Tag: Paivi Rasanen

Christian MP Faces Third Criminal Trial for ‘Hate Speech’ in Finland

Päivi Räsänen MP of the Finnish Parliament will face criminal charges for a third time, the Finnish Supreme Court has announced.

Prosecutor takes Päivi Räsänen to Supreme Court

Mrs. Päivi Räsänen is being legally supported by the Human Rights organisation ADF International.

Päivi Räsänen found "not guilty' of hate speech for quoting the Bible

The ruling, which is now final, is a significant a victory for freedom of religion and expression.

Päivi Räsänen’s battle for religious freedom and free speech continues

Her ongoing legal battle has become a symbol of the delicate balance between religious freedom and free speech in modern society.

Finnish politician Päivi Räsänen stands trial again

She is being accused of "inciting hatred against LGBT people".

Christians demonstrated at the Finnish Embassy in Budapest

Christians demonstrated supporting Päivi Räsänen in front of the building of the Finnish Embassy.

Päivi Räsänen's fight for freedom of speech is not over in Finland

Finland's public prosecutors are to appeal the judgement which threw out the charges against Räsänen.

Dr. Päivi Räsänen cleared of hate speech charges

Dr. Räsänen has served as Finland's Interior Minister from 2011 to 2015.

Finnish court upholds free speech in major trial

All three charges brought against Päivi Räsänen were dismissed but the prosecution may appeal within the next seven days.