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Boudoir v. France

Boudoir v. France refers to a case brought before the European Court of Human Rights, where the applicant, a French citizen, claimed that his right to respect for private life was violated when French authorities denied his request for anonymity in legal proceedings regarding his past criminal record. The court ruled in favor of Boudoir, emphasizing the importance of balancing individual privacy rights with public interest. This case highlighted the complexities of personal privacy in the context of public records, reinforcing that individuals have a right to control their personal information.