Proyecto de Ley Sobre Prensa

Abstract

The image contains information about the Press Bill enacted by the Colombian Congress, which regulates freedom of the press and establishes responsibilities and sanctions for those who commit crimes through the media. This bill consists of several provisions, including the declaration of freedom of the press in peacetime, the definition of crimes of subversion and corresponding penalties, as well as the power of the Government to prohibit the sale of foreign newspapers considered harmful. for public peace or social order. In addition, conditions are established for the foundation or existence of newspapers, the persons responsible for crimes committed through the press are defined, and the procedure for carrying out accusations before the Circuit Judge is established. This project seeks to guarantee the responsible exercise of freedom of expression and protect individual rights and public order. News published in El Gorro Nacional. August 6, 1894.