The majority of countries in the UK have outlawed sexual relations between family members except for the Republic of Ireland. For a man, the punishment may be up to life and for the female a punishment less severe.
Consensual incest is legal in Russia, Spain, Portugal and Italy. However, in Italy if the situation becomes a public scandal then it becomes punishable with 2-8 years in jail. In terms of France, Luxembourg and Belgium, it is not necessary legal but there are no laws that prohibit the act.
Countries such as Greece, Latvia and Lithuania merely outlaw incest for adults but not minors. Although, incest is legal in Russia, under their Family Code, family members whether it be “step” or “half” related may not marry.
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Issues concerning family law in Thailand should be directed to a professional law firm with expertise in family affairs.
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