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Constitution of the Republic of Latvia of 15 February 1922

(Last amended : 8 May 2003)

Extracts

Article 99

Everyone has the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion. The church shall be separate from the State.

Article 116

The rights of persons set out in Articles 96, 97, 98, 100, 102, 103, 106, and 108 of the Constitution may be subject to restrictions in circumstances provided for by law in order to protect the rights of other people, the democratic structure of the State, and public safety, welfare and morals. On the basis of the conditions set forth in this Article, restrictions may also be imposed on the expression of religious beliefs.
(Translation : Translation and Terminology Center, Latvia)