Court case № 8/ 6p.93-26.11.2019 – Court Ruling (Bulgaria, 2019)
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A Bulgarian court found a law limiting journalistic activities was unclear and too restrictive. The court declared the provision unconstitutional, ensuring that journalists can continue their work without undue limitations. This ruling underscores the balance between data protection and freedom of expression.
What happened
A court found a provision limiting journalistic activities was unclear and too restrictive.
Who was affected
Journalists affected by unclear legal limits on their activities.
What the authority found
The court declared the provision unconstitutional, emphasizing that it was too restrictive on journalistic freedom.
Why this matters
This ruling highlights the need to balance data protection with freedom of expression, ensuring that journalists can operate without excessive legal constraints. It serves as a reminder that data protection laws should not unduly hinder free speech.
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The provision at stake regulated the protection of personal data in the context of journalistic activities. The Court found that this provision created legal uncertainty and set limits to the right of freedom of expression and information. The Court found these limits disproportionate to the objective pursued, in the context of journalistic expression. Finally, the Court stressed that declaring an implementing provision unconstitutional does not impede the full implementation of the GDPR, since GDPR is directly applicable and most of its provisions are directly effective.
Outcome
Court Ruling
A ruling by a national court on a data-protection matter.
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