LGBT rights in Dominica
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people in Dominica face legal challenges not experienced by non-LGBT residents. Sodomy, also known as "buggery", is illegal for both heterosexuals and homosexuals. Dominica provides no recognition to same-sex unions, whether in the form of marriage or civil unions, and no law prohibits discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity.
LGBT rights in Dominica | |
|---|---|
| Status | Illegal |
| Penalty | 10 years' imprisonment for buggery between men, 4 years' imprisonment for attempted buggery between men, 12 years' imprisonment for gross indecency. Convictions for buggery or attempted buggery can be accompanied by compulsory admission to a psychiatric hospital. (Not enforced, repeal pending) |
| Gender identity | No |
| Military | Has no military |
| Discrimination protections | None |
| Family rights | |
| Recognition of relationships | No recognition of same-sex unions |
| Adoption | No |
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