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Youths sit near the Martyrs' Memorial in Algiers. The law specifically targets acts or statements considered indecent in public places, with offenders facing possible imprisonment, fines, or both. Image Credit: Reuters file

Dubai: Algeria’s National People’s Assembly has passed a law that makes uttering indecent words in public punishable by two to six months in prison and fines of 5 to 10 million Algerian dinars (Dh135,000 to Dh270,000).

The decision, reported by Echourouk, an Algerian newspaper, comes as part of a broader initiative to maintain public decency.

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The law specifically targets acts or statements considered indecent in public places, with offenders facing possible imprisonment, fines, or both.

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In addition, the committee has reached a consensus on 15 amendments to the new draft penal code, signalling a comprehensive approach to addressing legal issues and enhancing the country’s legislative framework.