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SECTION 242 — Discrimination

Whoever excludes another from any place open to the public or from any employment, by reason of his race, religion, sex or health status, where such status does not endanger anyone, shall be punished with imprisonment for from 1 (one) month to 2 (two) years and with fine of from CFAF 5 000 (five thousand) to CFAF 500 000 (five hundred thousand).

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Offences against public peace Felonies and misdemeanours against the general interest

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