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1889 in LGBT Rights

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In 1889, there were 2 recorded legal changes made affecting LGBT people. In the previous year, there were 3 changes made and 4 in the following year. A total of 34 legal changes were made in the 1880s.

  • (date unknown)
    Homosexual activity becomes illegal (imprisonment as punishment).
    Before 1971, homosexuality was illegal (because this region is part of Finland). Punishments used were prison sentences.
  • Homosexual activity becomes illegal (imprisonment as punishment).
    Before 1971, homosexuality was illegal and punished by prison