Explainer: Why is Indonesia's new criminal code so controversial?
Indonesia's new criminal code ushers in a raft of new laws, including banning sex outside of marriage and insulting the president.
Thu Jan 05 2023
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The new laws, which come into affect in three years, could only be prosecuted if there was complaint by a parent, spouse or child.
Mon Dec 12 2022
EXPLAINER - Why is Indonesia's new criminal code so controversial?
Among the most contentious articles are those that criminalise sex outside marriage with a punishment of up to one year in jail.
Tue Dec 06 2022
Indonesia parliament ratifies criminal code that bans sex outside marriage
The new code, which will apply to Indonesians and foreigners alike, will also prohibit cohabitation between unmarried couples.
Tue Dec 06 2022
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Islamic conservatives in Indonesia voiced opposition to Thursday's Valentine's Day celebrations, saying they promote teen "sex parties" and premarital sex.
Thu Feb 14 2013