The Clear and Present Danger Test is a doctrine adopted by the Supreme Court to determine under what circumstances limits can be placed on First Amendment freedoms of speech, press or assembly.
Imagine you're at a movie theater. You have freedom to talk (freedom of speech), but if you shout "Fire!" when there isn't one causing panic and potential harm, your freedom can be limited because it presents a clear and present danger.
Schenck v. United States (1919): A landmark Supreme Court case where Justice Holmes first used 'clear and present danger' test in context with free speech limitations.
First Amendment Rights: Fundamental rights protected by the First Amendment including freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly and petition.
Prior Restraint Doctrine: Legal principle regarding censorship before an expression takes place.
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