The Criminal Code of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia — Proclamation No. 414/2004

This is Ethiopia’s principal modern criminal-law framework. It defines criminal offences, the principles governing criminal responsibility and the penalties applicable to different categories of offences. It also addresses issues such as corruption, offences against individuals and property, and crimes arising from developments in modern society. It is an essential reference for understanding criminal justice and the legal consequences of unlawful conduct in Ethiopia.

Country

Ethiopia

Type

Proclamation

File size

1.4 MB

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