Entry #10339: Censorship of LGBT issues in Burundi

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RegionBurundi
IssueCensorship of LGBT issues
StatusFine as punishment
Start DateApr 22, 2009
End Date(none)
DescriptionArticle 564 of the Penal Code (2009) forbids the exhibition, sale, or distribution of songs, pamphlets, writings, images, emblems, or other materials “contrary to good morals”. Moreover, individuals who sing, read, recite, or speak obscenities in gatherings or public venues in the presence of multiple people are subject to a fine as punishment.
Sourceshttps://database.ilga.org/burundi-lgbti
https://database.ilga.org/api/downloader/download/1/BI%20-%20LEG%20-%20Penal%20Code%20(2009)%20-%20OR(fr).pdf


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edited by DaisyGeekyTrans. Adding date and source to penal code.

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Start Date(unknown)Apr 22, 2009
Sourceshttps://database.ilga.org/burundi-lgbtihttps://database.ilga.org/burundi-lgbti
https://database.ilga.org/api/downloader/download/1/BI%20-%20LEG%20-%20Penal%20Code%20(2009)%20-%20OR(fr).pdf
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edited by Unknownmiles. Changing status, adding description and source

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DescriptionIn Burundi, there are no laws restricting the discussion or promotion of LGBTQ+ topics.Article 564 of the Penal Code (2009) forbids the exhibition, sale, or distribution of songs, pamphlets, writings, images, emblems, or other materials “contrary to good morals”. Moreover, individuals who sing, read, recite, or speak obscenities in gatherings or public venues in the presence of multiple people are subject to a fine as punishment.
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In Burundi, there are no laws restricting the discussion or promotion of LGBTQ+ topics. Article 564 of the Penal Code (2009) forbids the exhibition, sale, or distribution of songs, pamphlets, writings, images, emblems, or other materials “contrary to good morals”. Moreover, individuals who sing, read, recite, or speak obscenities in gatherings or public venues in the presence of multiple people are subject to a fine as punishment.
Sourceshttps://database.ilga.org/burundi-lgbti

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StatusNo censorship
Start Date(unknown)
End Date(none)
DescriptionIn Burundi, there are no laws restricting the discussion or promotion of LGBTQ+ topics.
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