In 1864, there were 2 recorded legal changes made affecting LGBT people. In the previous year, there were changes made and 2 in the following year. A total of 16 legal changes were made in the 1860s.
- January 1Homosexual activity becomes male illegal, female legal.7-14 years in prison. Not enforced. the president of Jamaica just said he has not problem with gays serving in government. Decriminalization pending.
- (date unknown)Homosexual activity becomes male illegal, female legal.Female same-sex encounters are not explicitly outlawed. However, all individuals (male/female) are prohibited from buggery (anal sex) with another individual. Punishable by up to 10 years imprisonment with or without hard labor. (Clause 76 of source) All male-male sexual encounters are prohibited under law. Punishment of up to 7 years imprisonment with or without hard labor. (Clause 77 or source). Decriminalization pending.