Free Speech Doctrine
/ˈfriː spiːʧ ˈdɒktrɪn/
Definitions
- (n.) A principle in constitutional law that protects individuals' rights to express opinions without government interference, subject to certain limitations.
The court upheld the free speech doctrine by striking down the censorship law.
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Commentary
The free speech doctrine is central to First Amendment jurisprudence and often involves balancing expression against competing state interests.
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