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Paragraph 80
 

According to Article 69, individuals who commit any action against the honour and dignity of candidates shall be held legally accountable. The 2006 Joint Opinion pointed out that the article:

“is too broad and could be applied in a manner that would violate a person’s right to free speech and expression. This broad prohibition could lead to a violation of Article 10 ECHR, OSCE commitments, and domestic constitutional principles.[33] It should be recommended that Article 69 be reformulated in a manner that is consistent with the right to free speech and expression.”