Peru
Disclaimer: This information on the situation of homosexuals all over the world may not be completely accurate or up-to-date. The information is gathered on the Internet and in other publications. If you have any additional information, corrections, comments or suggestions, don't hesitate to contact me at  <never@heterosexual.com> Updated 99-11-26	Information on the situation for homosexuals in Peru: Legal (?) Homosexuality is legal in Peru, however, persecutions of gays and lesbians occur. Gays and lesbians are often jailed on very loose grounds. The government and office of the President have expressed anti gay statements. Peru had its first gay parade in July 1997. There are several lgbt organizations. One is The Homosexual Movement of Lima (MHOL), founded in 1983. Gays are prohibited in the military. Homosexual activity in the armed forces may be punished with 60 days to 20 years' imprisonment. If you have any further information on the current situation in Peru, please contact me.    Age of consent Male-Female Male-Male Female-Female Peru ? ? ? No information on the age of consent was found. Suffrage is 18. Further information on the situation in Peru can be found at: Gay Perú - excellent guide to Peru AZT Magazine - gay magazine online (in Spanish) -- Expedia.com: Peru Peru.com	Statistics: Republic, S. America Area: 1,285,220 km² Population: 26.6 mill. Capital: Lima Currency: nuevo sol Independence Day: Jul. 28-29 ISO 3166 Internet Country Code(s): .pe

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