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LGBT rights in Antigua and Barbuda

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LGBTQ rights in Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua and Barbuda
StatusIllegal[1]
PenaltyUp to 15 years imprisonment[1]
Gender identity-

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) persons in Antigua and Barbuda face legal challenges not experienced by non-LGBT citizens. Same-sex sexual acts are illegal in Antigua and Barbuda. Male and female same-sex sexual acts carry a penalty of 5 years imprisonment.[1] Buggery (anal sex) carries a penalty of 15 years.[1]

United Kingdom law does not apply, therefore a 1995 law criminalizing homosexual acts is enforceable.[2]

See also

References

  1. ^ a b c d Ottosson, Daniel (May 2009). "State-sponsored Homophobia: A world survey of laws prohibiting same sex activity between consenting adults" (PDF). International Lesbian and Gay Association (ILGA). pp. Page 13. Retrieved 19 May 2009.
  2. ^ http://www.ilga.org/statehomophobia/With_the_government_in_our_bedrooms_November_2006.pdf


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