Homosexuality in Liberia

Geographical location of Liberia

Homosexuality is taboo in Liberia and homosexual acts are illegal.

illegality

Homosexual acts are illegal in Liberia and can be punished with a fine or up to one year in prison. There is no anti-discrimination law in Liberia. The protection of sexual orientation is not included in the constitution of Liberia .

Recognition of same-sex partnerships

There is no state recognition of same-sex couples either in the form of same-sex marriage or in a registered partnership in Liberia. In 2012, the Liberian government enacted a law prohibiting same-sex marriage in the constitution.

See also

• Laws on homosexuality
• Equality (homosexuals)

Web links

• The Guardian: Letters: Liberian sex laws , 23 Mar 2012

Individual evidence

1. ↑ AfricaReview: Liberia ex-first lady proposes tough anti-gay bill , 16. February 2012