
Óscar Mario Jiménez
Óscar Mario Jiménez is a political scientist and researcher at the University of Costa Rica's Program for Freedom of Expression and Right to Information (Proledi). He specializes in issues related to freedom of expression and the limits of political critique, contributing to discussions on the legal and ethical boundaries that define acceptable speech in democratic societies. Recently, he has been in the news for his insights on the distinction between legitimate political criticism and threats, emphasizing the importance of context in determining the appropriateness of expressions directed at public officials.
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Óscar Mario Jiménez noted that there is no constitutional right to insult.
¿Dónde termina la crítica y comienza el delito? Expertos explican los límites de la libertad de expresiónLa Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946·
Costa Rica· 2026-09-15


