Freedom of Expression
This book explains our right to freedom of expression, its limits, and how Canadian courts draw the line. Freedom of expression is a fundamental right protected by the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which is part of the Constitution of Canada and, as such, the highest law of the land. But it has limits. Peacefully picketing an abortion clinic, so long as patients can come and go, is a protected right, but shouting Fire! in a crowded theatre to cause a stampede is a criminal offence. Tied in with issues of free speech are questions such as whether justice delayed is justice denied. If it takes years to bring a matter to court - and especiall…
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Produktdetails
- ISBN: 978-1-4597-2319-1
- EAN: 9781459723191
- Produktnummer: 20460396
- Verlag: Dundurn
- Sprache: Englisch
- Erscheinungsjahr: 2014
- Seitenangabe: 256 S.
- Plattform: EPUB
- Masse: 571 KB
- Reihenbandnummer: 2
Über den Autor
Daniel J. Baum is the author of nineteen books, most of which deal with important public policy issues. He draws on his experience as a professor of law for more than forty years. Baum is the author of the Understanding Canadian Law series and the Building Your Future series for young people. He lives in Toronto.
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