LGBT rights in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
- This article is about the Democratic Republic of the Congo (formerly Zaire). For the Republic of the Congo (also known as Congo-Brazzaville), see LGBT rights in the Republic of the Congo.
| LGBT rights in the Democratic Republic of the Congo | |
|---|---|
| Democratic Republic of the Congo Democratic Republic of the Congo | |
| Same-sex sexual activity legal? | Not specifically illegal, but morals law may be used[1] |
Penalty: |
3 months to 5 years imprisonment, fine[1] |
| Gender identity/expression | - |
| Recognition of relationships |
No recognition of same-sex relationships |
| Discrimination protections | None |
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Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) persons in the Democratic Republic of the Congo may face legal challenges not experienced by non-LGBT residents. Same-sex sexual activity is not specifically criminalized in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, but morals laws may apply to same-sex sexual acts.[1]
Contents
Laws against homosexuality
Homosexual behaviour is not specifically mentioned as a criminal offence in the penal code, but Article 172 penalizes offenses against morals with 3 months to 5 years imprisonment plus a fine.[1]
Recognition of same-sex relationships
There is no legal recognition of same-sex couples. The first paragraph of article 40, in the current Congolese constitution, states that "Every individual has the right to marry the person of their choice, of the opposite sex".
Discrimination protections
There is no anti-discrimination law protecting sexual orientation.
See also
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Ottosson, Daniel (May 2008). State-sponsored Homophobia: A world survey of laws prohibiting same sex activity between consenting adults Page 13. International Lesbian and Gay Association (ILGA). Retrieved on 2009-05-05.
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