Saint Lucia Court Overturns Anti-Gay Sex Law
In a significant development for LGBTQ+ rights, a Saint Lucia court has invalidated laws criminalizing homosexuality. The High Court found that the colonial-era laws, which prohibited “gross indecency” and “buggery,” were unconstitutional, violating fundamental human rights. This ruling makes Saint Lucia the fifth country in the Eastern Caribbean to decriminalize same-sex activity. This milestone underscores the critical role of courts in safeguarding human rights, offering a victory for LGBTQ+ activists and the community in the Caribbean and globally.
John Q. Hosedrinker