The Right of Assembly

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Ivor Richardson

Victoria University of Wellington, Faculty of Law (Deceased)

Date Written: 1956

Abstract

This article considers what the author deems to be the two most important practical applications of the right to freedom of assembly; holding meetings in public places and public processions. The article uses both UK and New Zealand case law to demonstrate the restrictions that may be placed on the exercise of the right of assembly in a public place or through public procession. These include restrictions or prohibitions by local authorities, and laying charges of disorderly conduct, breach of the peace, unlawful assembly or obstructing a constable in the course of his duty. These restrictions show that, despite the right of assembly, there is no right to exercise this by holding a meeting in a public place or a public procession.

Keywords: Right of Assembly, Right to hold Meetings in Public Places, Public Processions, Protest, By-Laws, Breach of the Peace

JEL Classification: K30, K10

Suggested Citation

Richardson, Ivor, The Right of Assembly (1956). New Zealand Law Journal, Vol. 30, pp 265, 1956., Victoria University of Wellington Legal Research Paper Series Richardson Paper No. 69, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=2270413

Ivor Richardson (Contact Author)

Victoria University of Wellington, Faculty of Law (Deceased)

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