Freedom of Expression
C. Status of freedom of expression in the Member States
1. In order to perform country-specific evaluations, the Rapporteur’s office has established a system of categories identifying the different methods used to restrict the right of freedom of expression and information. These categories are the following: assassinations, aggression and threats, detentions, judicial actions, intimidation, prior censorship, and legislation that violates free speech. In addition, each country’s evaluation includes the positive developments that have taken place, including the adoption of laws and the existence of legislative bills favoring full enjoyment of the right of free expression.
2. The following pages summarize the information on freedom of expression in the member states that the Rapporteur’s office received over the past year. It should be noted that the incidents referred to in this chapter do not in any way constitute a complete overview of how free speech is attacked and threatened in the hemisphere, nor do they include all the complaints and reports received by the Rapporteur’s office. It is merely a series of examples, provided in an attempt to indicate the seriousness of the situation vis-à-vis the observance and enjoyment of free expression.
Status of freedom of expression in the Member States (A-L)
Status of freedom of expression in the Member States (M-Z)