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Leading Case
freedom of expressionordre publiciccpr article 19
HKSAR v Ng Kung Siu
(1999) 2 HKCFAR 442
Key Principle
Flag-desecration offences under the National Flag Ordinance did not breach Art 27 Basic Law (freedom of expression). Restrictions on expression must be prescribed by law and pursue a legitimate aim, with the restriction proportionate. Protection of national symbols was held a legitimate aim supporting the restriction.
Area of Law
constitutional
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