Quebec adopts law to fine people who intimidate, harass politicians
- Quebec's legislature has adopted a law imposing fines up to $1,500 for those intimidating or harassing politicians. Critics argue it could impede free speech.
- The Coalition Avenir Québec government introduced the law to address increasing resignations of elected officials, especially at the local level. Opponents claim it endangers freedom of speech.
- Following reports of high rates of harassment and intimidation towards elected officials, the government enacted the law. 741 out of 8,000 officials had resigned since the 2021 elections.
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Quebec Adopts Law to Fine People Who Intimidate, Harass Politicians
Quebec’s legislature has adopted a law that includes fines up to $1,500 for anyone who intimidates or harasses a politician. The Coalition Avenir Québec government has said the law is necessary to stem the rise in resignations of elected officials, particularly at the municipal level, but critics have said it threatens free speech rights. The government introduced the legislation shortly after an organization representing Quebec municipalities r…
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