Liechtenstein

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Overview

The Criminal Code of Liechtenstein contains provisions criminalising the spread of contagious diseases. These do not specifically mention HIV, but there is a possibility for the criminalisation of HIV under these laws. However, HJN is not aware of any HIV-related cases under the law.

Laws

Criminal Code of the Principality of Liechtenstein

General disease law (active)
Relevant text of the law

Section 178. Intentional endangerment of persons through transmissible diseases

Any person who commits an act capable of creating a risk that a transmissible disease is spread among humans shall be punished with imprisonment of up to three years or with a monetary penalty of up to 360 daily rates, if the nature of the disease requires mandatory notification or reporting, even if only to a limited extent.

Section 179. Negligent endangerment of persons through transmissible diseases

Any person who negligently commits the act carrying a penalty pursuant to § 178 shall be punished with imprisonment of up to one year or with a monetary penalty of up to 360 daily rates.

HIV Justice Network's Positive Destinations

Visit the Liechtenstein page on Positive Destinations for information on regulations that restrict entry, stay, and residency based on HIV-positive status, as well as access to HIV treatment for non-nationals.

This information was last reviewed in June 2023