Fundamental Rights Cases of the Curia of Hungary Between 15 November 2016 and 1 February 2017

Abstract

Between 15 November 2016 and 1 February 2017, the Curia of Hungary rendered important decisions in respect of the following fundamental rights issues: right to respect for one’s reputation [Article VI, paragraph (1) of the Fundamental Law], right to have access to information of public interest [Article VI, paragraph (2) of the Fundamental Law], freedom of expression and freedom of the press [Article IX, paragraphs (1) and (2) of the Fundamental Law], the principle of equal treatment and non-discrimination [Article XV, paragraphs (1) and (2) of the Fundamental Law], entitlement to state pension [Article XIX, paragraph (4) of the Fundamental Law] and right to a fair trial [Article XXVIII, paragraph (1) of the Fundamental Law].