LGBT rights in Cape Verde
| LGBT rights in Cape Verde | |
|---|---|
 Cape Verde | |
| Same-sex sexual activity legal? | Legal since 2004[1] |
| Gender identity/expression | - |
| Recognition of relationships |
None |
| Adoption | - |
| Military service | Unknown if gays and lesbians are allowed to serve openly |
| Discrimination protections | None |
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) persons in Cape Verde may face legal challenges not experienced by non-LGBT residents. Both male and female same-sex sexual activity is legal in Cape Verde, but same-sex couples and households headed by same-sex couples are not eligible for the same legal protections available to opposite-sex couples.
Laws regarding homosexuality
Since 2004, same-sex sexual acts are legal in Cape Verde.[1] The age of consent is 16, equal with opposite-sex sexual activity.
The previous law called for fines supervision for first time offenders, while repeat offenders would face imprisonment.[2]
See also
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Ottosson, Daniel (May 2008). State-sponsored Homophobia: A world survey of laws prohibiting same sex activity between consenting adults Page 45. International Lesbian and Gay Association (ILGA). Retrieved on 2009-05-05.
- ↑ International Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission - Human Rights For Everyone. Everywhere
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