Capital punishment in Luxembourg
Capital Punishment in Luxembourg
Capital punishment in Luxembourg refers to the historical and legal aspects of the death penalty in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. Luxembourg has a long history of capital punishment, but it has been abolished for several decades.
Historical Background[edit | edit source]
Capital punishment was historically used in Luxembourg as a form of criminal punishment. The last execution in Luxembourg took place in 1949. The death penalty was officially abolished for all crimes in 1979.
Abolition[edit | edit source]
The movement towards the abolition of capital punishment in Luxembourg was influenced by broader trends in Western Europe and the growing emphasis on human rights. The abolition was part of a series of legal reforms aimed at modernizing the country's criminal justice system.
Legal Framework[edit | edit source]
The abolition of the death penalty in Luxembourg is enshrined in the country's Constitution. Article 18 of the Constitution explicitly prohibits capital punishment. Luxembourg is also a signatory to several international treaties that oppose the death penalty, including the European Convention on Human Rights.
Current Status[edit | edit source]
Today, Luxembourg is a staunch opponent of capital punishment and advocates for its abolition worldwide. The country supports various international initiatives aimed at ending the death penalty and promotes human rights and dignity.
Public Opinion[edit | edit source]
Public opinion in Luxembourg has generally been supportive of the abolition of the death penalty. Surveys and studies indicate that the majority of the population favors life imprisonment over capital punishment for serious crimes.
International Relations[edit | edit source]
Luxembourg's stance on capital punishment aligns with its membership in the European Union and its commitment to upholding European values and human rights. The country actively participates in international forums and organizations that work towards the global abolition of the death penalty.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Human rights in Luxembourg
- Criminal justice system of Luxembourg
- European Convention on Human Rights
- Abolition of capital punishment in Europe
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