In Latvia, the Constitutional Court is currently deliberating on a significant legal case concerning the regulation of noise produced by entertainment venues such as nightclubs, bars, and guest houses. This case originated from a petition by former Ombudsman Juris Jansons, who argued that the existing Cabinet of Ministers' regulations failed to uphold citizens' rights as guaranteed by the Constitution. Jansons claims that the state has not provided adequate protection for residents from the disruptive noise generated by these establishments, which he believes infringes upon fundamental rights and freedoms.

According to Jansons, three core human rights are being violated: the inviolability of private life, the right to live in health-conducive conditions, and the right to reside in a favorable environment that protects health from excessive noise. The involvement of various associations—including the