Limitation on the exercise of the rights and freedoms (Charter of Fundamental Rights of the EU)

Definition

Any limitation on the exercise of the rights and freedoms recognised by this Charter must be provided for by law and respect the essence of those rights and freedoms. Subject to the principle of proportionality, limitations may be made only if they are necessary and genuinely meet objectives of general interest recognised by the Union or the need to protect the rights and freedoms of others.

Related terms:

Parent term:

Scope and interpretation of rights and principles (Article 52, Charter of Fundamental Rights of the EU)

Sibling terms:

Fundamental rights interpreted in harmony with traditions (Charter of Fundamental Rights of the EU)
Provisions of this Charter judicially cognisable only in the interpretation (Charter of Fundamental Rights of the EU)
Use of explanations in the interpretation of this Charter (Charter of Fundamental Rights of the EU)