The LGBTQ+ Rehabilitation Law represents a landmark moment in France’s ongoing journey toward equality and justice.
The French National Assembly passed this historic law, designed to rehabilitate and compensate individuals convicted of homosexuality under discriminatory statutes—laws that were in force from the early 1940s until their repeal in 1982.
This legislation, widely covered in both national and international media, is being hailed as a crucial step in acknowledging historical wrongs, restoring dignity, and promoting a more inclusive society.
The LGBTQ+ Rehabilitation Law officially annuls convictions handed down solely on the basis of sexual orientation. This means that all judicial records related to such convictions are erased, and the individuals concerned are legally recognized as having been wrongfully prosecuted.
The law goes further by establishing a process for symbolic and financial reparation. Eligible survivors receive a lump sum of 10,000 euros, supplemented by 150 euros per day of imprisonment served. Importantly, the law allows relatives of deceased victims to apply for posthumous rehabilitation, acknowledging the intergenerational impact of these injustices.
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