BORA Wanganui District Council Prohibition of Gang Insignia Bill [pdf, 215 KB]
...right to freedom of expression extends to all non-violent forms of communication that attempt to convey an idea or meaning.1 Importantly, it includes not only verbal and written speech, but also non-verbal conduct and “symbolic speech”:2 which is protected if the person wearing the symbol intends to convey a particular message and if there is a great likelihood that the message will be understood by those who see the symbol.3 13. Clause 6 of the Bill (Prohibition of gang insignia...