On what grounds does the State justify restricting rights?

Answer

De l'ordre publicPublic order

The State can limit certain rights to protect public order: public safety, peace and health.

Source: Déclaration des droits de l'homme et du citoyen de 1789, article 10Updated 13 October 2026.Official question · answer and translation written by Recite

Official text, in French

Nul ne doit être inquiété pour ses opinions, même religieuses, pourvu que leur manifestation ne trouble pas l'ordre public établi par la loi.

Official text (Conseil constitutionnel), checked on 16 October 2026.

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