Victorian Current Acts

CHARTER OF HUMAN RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES ACT 2006 - SECT 15

    (1)     Every person has the right to hold an opinion without interference.

    (2)     Every person has the right to freedom of expression which includes the freedom to seek, receive and impart information and ideas of all kinds, whether within or outside Victoria and whether—

        (a)     orally; or

        (b)     in writing; or

        (c)     in print; or

        (d)     by way of art; or

S. 15(2)(e) amended by No. 20/2022 s. 13.

        (e)     in another medium chosen by that person.

    (3)     Special duties and responsibilities are attached to the right of freedom of expression and the right may be subject to lawful restrictions reasonably necessary—

        (a)     to respect the rights and reputation of other persons; or

        (b)     for the protection of national security, public order, public health or public morality.