Entry #14: Homosexual activity in Papua New Guinea

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RegionPapua New Guinea
IssueHomosexual activity
StatusMale illegal, female legal
Start Date2002
End Datenow
DescriptionMen can receive 3 to 14 years of imprisonment under Criminal Code 1974. The legislation lists homosexuality under "Unnatural Offenses" and "Indecent Practices Between Males." (decriminalization pending)
Sourceshttp://old.ilga.org/Statehomophobia/ILGA_State_Sponsored_Homophobia_2013.pdf


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NoteMen can receive 3 to 14 years of imprisonment under Criminal Code 1974. The legislation lists homosexuality under "Unnatural Offenses" and "Indecent Practices Between Males." Men can receive 3 to 14 years of imprisonment under Criminal Code 1974. The legislation lists homosexuality under "Unnatural Offenses" and "Indecent Practices Between Males." (decriminalization pending)
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Men can receive 3 to 14 years of imprisonment under Criminal Code 1974. The legislation lists homosexuality under \"Unnatural Offenses\" and \"Indecent Practices Between Males.\" "Unnatural Offenses" and "Indecent Practices Between Males." (decriminalization pending)

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