Current Version
| Region | Botswana |
| Issue | Homosexual activity |
| Status | Illegal (imprisonment as punishment) |
| Start Date | Jun 10, 1964 |
| End Date | Jun 11, 2019 |
| Description | Fine; up to seven years imprisonment. Although same-sex sexual acts remain illegal, their prosecution is rare according to a 2004 publication. |
| Sources | http://www.vertic.org/media/National%20Legislation/Botswana/BW_Penal_Code.pdf http://www.kinseyinstitute.org/ccies/pdf/ccies-botswana.pdf |
Reports (1)
- Newer law has been passed
Revision History (1)
Revision by danlev
| Old Value (Original) | New Value (Current) | |
|---|---|---|
| End Date | (NONE) | Jun 11, 2019 |