Australian Capital Television Pty Ltd v The Commonwealth 1992 (HCA) (aka Adban Case)

Question 1

Summary

Answer 1

The Political Broadcasts and Political Disclosures Act 1991 prohibited the broadcasting of politically related material on electronic media such as radio and television during the period leading up to a State or Federal election.

Question 2

Relevant part of Law

Answer 2

The implied freedom of political communication as per the Constitution.

Question 3

Issue

Answer 3

This implied right and the statute were in interference.

Question 4

Key Outcome

Answer 4

The statute was unconstitutional and constitutional law prevails. Protects human rights