Expressive Conduct
/ɪkˈsprɛsɪv ˈkɒndʌkt/
Definitions
- (n.) Conduct or behavior that is intended to communicate a specific message or expression, often protected under freedom of speech laws.
Burning the flag was ruled as expressive conduct protected by the First Amendment.
Forms
- expressive conduct
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Commentary
Expressive conduct includes acts like flag burning or wearing armbands, which convey a message without spoken or written words; its protection depends on the intent to express and the context.
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