**See also IFEX CH press release dated 5 June 1995** The CPJ is deeply concerned about the impact on Colombia’s press freedom by an anti-corruption law passed by the Senate on 30 May 1995. The Anti-corruption statute is worrisome because one of its articles, No. 34, would prevent journalists from reporting on investigations and legal […]
**See also IFEX CH press release dated 5 June 1995**
The CPJ is deeply concerned about the impact on Colombia’s press
freedom by an anti-corruption law passed by the Senate on 30 May
1995. The Anti-corruption statute is worrisome because one of its
articles, No. 34, would prevent journalists from reporting on
investigations and legal action taken against public officials.
It also censors the press by placing severe restrictions on their
access to public documents and information on public officials
under investigations.
Recommended Action
Send appeals to Colombian President Samper:
Constitution and the principles of freedom of expression, and
that it, moreover, violates the public’s right to know
current form
Appeals To
His Excellency Ernesto Samper
President of Colombia
Palacio de Narino
Bogota, Colombia
Fax: +57 1 286 7324 / +57 1 287 7937
Please copy appeals to the originator if possible.
