![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() "Maintaining nature and its balance is part of Islamic law," the politician, who goes by one name, told AFP on Friday. Other offences tend to carry dozens or even fewer lashes.Īceh lawmaker Nurzahri said the harsh new punishment underscored efforts to clamp down on poaching and other threats to local wildlife, including birds endemic to jungle-clad Sumatra. In July, three people were flogged 100 times each for having premarital sex, while two men caught having sex with underaged girls were also whipped 100 times last year. The punishment - expected to come into effect early next year - could see people convicted of endangering or exploiting wildlife receive up to 100 strokes from a rattan cane, in addition to any prison time under national laws, officials said.Ĭivil servants charged with protecting animals could be whipped as many as 60 times if they are found to be negligent in their duties. ![]()
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