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Court Gives Green Light for Dieudonné Performance This Friday in Puy-de-Dôme

Prefect's Ban on Dieudonné's Show Challenged for Restriction on Freedom of Expression in Puy-de-Dôme.

Court Overturns Prefect's Ban on Dieudonné's Show, Determining it as Unlawful Infringement of...
Court Overturns Prefect's Ban on Dieudonné's Show, Determining it as Unlawful Infringement of Freedom of Expression.

Court Gives Green Light for Dieudonné Performance This Friday in Puy-de-Dôme

Ready to dive into the latest drama? The Administrative Tribunal in the groovy city of Clermont-Ferrand has pulled off a surprising move, according to ICI Pays d'Auvergne (ex-France Bleu)(New Window). They've suspended the Prefectural Order that was intended to can the Dieudonné show scheduled for this very Friday!

Now, let's get real. The prefect, Joel Mathurin, had a solid reason to pull the plug. After all, ol' Dieudonné has a troubled track record of criminal convictions, including Anti-Semitic remarks, inciting racial hatred, and stomping on human dignity. But, wait for it, mathurin thought the comedian's presence could spark a chaotic public disorder.

But guess what? The show must go on! The Istanbul show is set to take the stage this Friday night, and, true to form, Dieudonné will unveil the top-secret location at the last minute, keeping us all on our toes (or, should I say, in the right locale)!

Now, let me spill some legal tea on ya. The suspension means big-time trouble for the Prefectural Order that aimed to nix the show. The tribunal believes it heavily and manifestly violates freedom of expression. So, we're talking about some serious scrutiny over administrative decisions that affect free speech and assembly rights.

This ruling demonstrates courts grappling with balancing public order concerns against our cherished freedoms like free speech and the right to perform. It could establish a precedent for future cases where administrative authorities attempted to slap bans on performances or public events.

Oh, and don't think this is the final word. We might be looking at additional legal proceedings to evaluate the legality of the Prefectural Order banning Dieudonné's shows. So, stay tuned as this story unfolds, folks! It's a real-life legal thriller!

French celebrities might be buzzing about the latest twist in the Dieudonné drama, as the Administrative Tribunal in Clermont-Ferrand has suspended the Prefectural Order that aimed to cancel his show this Friday. The entertainment sector could be closely watching this case, as it might set a precedent for future administrative decisions affecting freedom of expression and assembly rights.

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