Incest Prohibitions
/ˈɪnsɛst ˌprəʊˌhɪˈbɪʃənz/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal rules that forbid sexual relations or marriage between close relatives to prevent genetic harm and protect family integrity.
Incest prohibitions vary by jurisdiction but commonly bar unions between siblings and parent-child relationships.
- (n.) Statutory or common law provisions criminalizing sexual conduct between specified relatives.
Violating incest prohibitions can result in severe criminal penalties.
Forms
- incest prohibition
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Commentary
Incest prohibitions combine moral, genetic, and social considerations and differ widely across legal systems; drafters should clearly specify the prohibited degrees of relationship to ensure enforceability.
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