| LGBT rights in Bolivia | |
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.svg) Bolivia |
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| Same-sex sexual activity legal? | Legal |
| Recognition of relationships |
No recognition of same-sex couples |
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Restrictions:
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Same-sex marriage and civil unions prohibited by constitution |
| Military service | Yes |
| Discrimination protections | Yes, since 2009 |
Lesbian, gay bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) persons in Bolivia may face legal challenges not experienced by non-LGBT residents.
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Discrimination protections
In January 2009, following the January 2009 Bolivian constitutional referendum, a new constitution took effect in Bolivia.[1] It prohibits discrimination based on sex, gender identity, and sexual orientation.[2]
Recognition of same-sex relationships
The new constitution also limits both marriage and civil unions to heterosexual couples, though opposite-sex civil unions are have not been established in the country.
See also
References
- ^ Valdez, Carlos (2009-02-07). "New constitution takes effect in Bolivia". Associated Press (Google News). http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5hhK49FTEbNN81dXiS6AUs5mPbZlwD966U2J00. Retrieved 2009-02-09.
- ^ Artículo 14.II.; Artículo 63."Proyect de Constitución Política del Estado" (PDF). National Electoral Court of Bolivia. January 2009. http://www.cne.org.bo/proces_electoral/RefConstitucion2009/documentos/LibroConsvigenteProyectoCPE.pdf. Retrieved 2009-02-09.
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