Ley 1482 de 2011
This is the preamble to Law 1482 of 2011, which says it modifies the Penal Code and establishes other provisions.
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This is the preamble to Law 1482 of 2011, which says it modifies the Penal Code and establishes other provisions. This provision says the law’s purpose is to criminally punish discriminatory acts based on protected characteristics. This provision adds Chapter IX to Title I of Book II of the Criminal Code, titled “Of discriminatory acts.” Anyone who arbitrarily blocks or restricts people’s rights because of race, nationality, sex, or sexual orientation is subject to prison and a fine. Prohíbe promover o instigar hostigamiento por motivos discriminatorios y prevé prisión y multa.
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