Queensland, Australia to Expunge Convictions for Homosexuality, Cancel ‘Gay Panic’ Defense

Lawmakers in Queensland, Australia have outlined plans for expunging historical convictions for homosexuality. Attorney-General Yvette D’Ath (right) said that following the decriminalization of homosexuality in 1991, there have been consistent calls “for complementary law reform to ensure members of our community are not burdened by the stigma caused by such criminal convictions and charges.” D’Ath … Continue reading Queensland, Australia to Expunge Convictions for Homosexuality, Cancel ‘Gay Panic’ Defense