Refusal to Censor Policy

Refusal to Censor Policy for JRRobbins.com

Effective Date: September 9, 2024

At JRRobbins.com, we firmly stand by our commitment to protect free speech and refuse to engage in unwarranted censorship of content unless it is legally justified. This policy reflects our dedication to upholding the principles of free expression while balancing our obligations under UK and international law.

1. Legal Basis for Refusal to Censor

JRRobbins.com’s refusal to censor lawful content is rooted in the legal protections afforded under UK and international law:

  • Article 10 of the ECHR: Guarantees freedom of expression, except where restrictions are necessary in a democratic society, for example to prevent crime, protect public health, or preserve the rights of others.
  • UK Human Rights Act 1998: Protects freedom of speech, as well as the right to receive and impart information and ideas without interference from public authorities.

We recognize that freedom of speech includes the right to express unpopular, dissenting, or controversial views, and we will not remove or censor content solely because it may provoke disagreement or discomfort.

2. Principles of Non-Censorship

JRRobbins.com will not engage in censorship of content or ideas unless:

  • The content is illegal under UK law (e.g., hate speech, defamation, incitement to violence).
  • The content violates specific platform guidelines relating to the security, safety, and privacy of users.
  • A valid UK court order requires content removal or alteration.

3. Requests for Censorship

JRRobbins.com will reject requests for content removal or censorship that do not comply with UK legal standards. Requests from foreign governments or non-UK entities will only be considered if supported by a UK court order or warrant, as per the Refusal of Compliance with Non-UK Governing Agents, Agencies, and Laws Policy.

4. Transparency in Censorship Requests

If we are compelled to remove content due to legal reasons, JRRobbins.com will provide transparency regarding:

  • The nature of the legal request.
  • The specific content or speech that has been censored or removed.
  • The entity that made the request, where legally permissible to disclose.

For more information, contact CustomerService@JRRobbins.com.

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