<P> Exceptions to free speech in the United States are limitations on the First Amendment's guarantee of free speech and expression as recognized by the United States Supreme Court . These exceptions have been created over time, based on certain types of speech and expression, and under different contexts . While freedom of speech in the United States is a right protected by the constitution, these exceptions make that right a limited one . </P> <P> Restrictions that are based on people's reactions to words include both instances of a complete exception, and cases of diminished protection . Commercial advertising receives diminished, but not eliminated, protection . </P>

What are some examples of times when the government can restrict your freedom of speech