Sex outside of marriage will be illegal under Indonesia's new criminal code.
Summary by NewsWall Apr 18 23
- The modified penal law makes exceptions to the ban on abortion, which is punishable by up to four years in prison, in cases of rape or life-threatening medical difficulties if performed within 14 weeks of pregnancy.
- According to Bloomberg, Yasonna H. Laoly, Indonesia's Minister of Law and Human Rights, informed parliament that the president is anticipated to sign off on the revised penal code.
- Indonesia has long sought a penal system that reflects its national ideals.
- The amended penal code also jeopardizes the country's international credibility in Southeast Asia.
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