LGBT rights in Liberia
| LGBT rights in Liberia | |
|---|---|
 Liberia | |
| Same-sex sexual activity legal? | Illegal[1] |
Penalty: |
- |
| Gender identity/expression | - |
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) persons in Liberia face legal challenges not experienced by non-LGBT residents. Both male and female same-sex sexual activity is illegal in Liberia.
Contents
Laws against homosexuality
Homosexuality is illegal in Liberia. The penalty is a fine.
Recognition of same-sex relationships
Liberia does not recognize same-sex marriages, civil unions, or domestic partnerships.
Discrimination protections
There is no legal protection against discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity.
See also
References
- ↑ Ottosson, Daniel (May 2008). State-sponsored Homophobia: A world survey of laws prohibiting same sex activity between consenting adults Page 22. International Lesbian and Gay Association (ILGA). Retrieved on 2009-05-05.
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