Entry #460: Homosexual activity in French Guiana

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RegionFrench Guiana
IssueHomosexual activity
StatusLegal
Start DateSep 25, 1791
End Date(none)
DescriptionIn 1791, homosexuality was decriminalised in French Guiana under French law.
Sourceshttp://www.lepoint.fr/actualites-societe/2009-11-10/l-evolution-des-droits-des-homosexuels-en-france/920/0/393746
https://www.storyofacity.com/2020/06/30/celebrating-lgbtq-history-france/
https://www.niussp.org/gender-issues/decriminalization-of-homosexuality-since-the-18th-century/


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DescriptionFrench law appliesIn 1791, homosexuality was decriminalised in French Guiana under French law.
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French law applies In 1791, homosexuality was decriminalised in French Guiana under French law.
Sourceshttp://www.lepoint.fr/actualites-societe/2009-11-10/l-evolution-des-droits-des-homosexuels-en-france/920/0/393746http://www.lepoint.fr/actualites-societe/2009-11-10/l-evolution-des-droits-des-homosexuels-en-france/920/0/393746
https://www.storyofacity.com/2020/06/30/celebrating-lgbtq-history-france/
https://www.niussp.org/gender-issues/decriminalization-of-homosexuality-since-the-18th-century/
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http://www.lepoint.fr/actualites-societe/2009-11-10/l-evolution-des-droits-des-homosexuels-en-france/920/0/393746 http://www.lepoint.fr/actualites-societe/2009-11-10/l-evolution-des-droits-des-homosexuels-en-france/920/0/393746 https://www.storyofacity.com/2020/06/30/celebrating-lgbtq-history-france/ https://www.niussp.org/gender-issues/decriminalization-of-homosexuality-since-the-18th-century/

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Value(REMOVED)Legal
Special StatusN/ALegal
Start DateDec 31, 1988Sep 25, 1791
DescriptionDFrench law applies
SourcesDhttp://www.lepoint.fr/actualites-societe/2009-11-10/l-evolution-des-droits-des-homosexuels-en-france/920/0/393746
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  • Newer law has been passed "GAY BAD"

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ValueIllegal (imprisonment as punishment)(REMOVED)
Special StatusIllegal (imprisonment as punishment)N/A
DescriptionGuinea outlaws homosexuality in its penal code, specifically article 325, 326 and 327D
Sourceshttp://www.refworld.org/docid/44a3eb9a4.htmlD

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Start DateDec 31, 1998Dec 31, 1988

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Start DateSep 25, 1791Dec 31, 1998

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DescriptionAs a french overseas territory, french law applies to this region as wellGuinea outlaws homosexuality in its penal code, specifically article 325, 326 and 327
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As a french overseas territory, french law applies to this region as well Guinea outlaws homosexuality in its penal code, specifically article 325, 326 and 327
Sourceshttp://www.lepoint.fr/actualites-societe/2009-11-10/l-evolution-des-droits-des-homosexuels-en-france/920/0/393746http://www.refworld.org/docid/44a3eb9a4.html
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StatusLegal
Start DateSep 25, 1791
End Date(none)
DescriptionAs a french overseas territory, french law applies to this region as well
Sourceshttp://www.lepoint.fr/actualites-societe/2009-11-10/l-evolution-des-droits-des-homosexuels-en-france/920/0/393746