clear and present danger
- A situation where speech or actions could potentially cause immediate harm or disruption, losing First Amendment protections
- The suspect's threats were considered a clear and present danger, justifying immediate action.
- Spreading untrue panic-inducing information during an emergency can be seen as a clear and present danger.
- Because his speech incited violence, it was deemed a clear and present danger, and therefore, not protected by the First Amendment.
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