Summary

Senegal Penal Code (Law No. 65-60 of July 21, 1965)

Contents

Book 1: Criminal Sentences and Correction and their Effects 

• Chapter 1: Penalties in Criminal Matters
• Chapter 2: Penalties in Correctional Matters
• Chapter 3: Penalties and other Convictions which mat be Pronounced for Crimes or Misdemeanors
• Chapter 4: Penalties for Recidivism for Crimes and Misdemeanors

Book 2: Persons Punishable, Excusable or Responsible for Crimes or Offenses

Book 3: Crimes, Misdemeanors and their Punishment

• Chapter 1: Crimes and Offenses Against State Security
• Chapter 2: Meetings and Gatherings
• Chapter 3: Crimes and Offenses Against the Constitution
• Chapter 4: Crimes and Offenses Against Public Peace
• Chapter 1: Crimes and Offenses Against Persons
• Chapter 2: Crimes and Misdemeanors Against Property

Sections related to women's rights:

• Article 305: Prohibition of abortion
• Article 329: On polygamy 
• Article 330: Prohibition of adultery 

Source: World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) (Document Source)

Amendment source: Senegal Bar Association (Document Source)

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