Hands Off Cain
PORTUGAL·DEATH PENALTY·JANUARY 1, 2003·1 MIN READ

Portugal abolished the death penalty for ordinary crimes...

Portugal abolished the death penalty for ordinary crimes in 1867 and became totally abolitionist in 1976

Portugal abolished the death penalty for ordinary crimes in 1867 and became totally abolitionist in 1976. The Constitution of the Portuguese Republic at Art. 24 states: "Human life is inviolable. In no case shall the death penalty be applied."