Wearing the full veil in public places is now banned in France.
conditions for implementation of the law prohibiting the concealment Face in
conditions for implementation of the law prohibiting the concealment Face in
space and thus the full face veil, niqab, burqa, are published today
March 3, 2011 in the Journal Officiel.
This law takes effect April 11, 2011 despite the protests of some associations, NGOs or
This law takes effect April 11, 2011 despite the protests of some associations, NGOs or
Muslim countries.
Michele Alliot-Marie told the Senate in introducing legislation Tuesday that
"Live the Republic openly was a matter of dignity and equality" She added:
" The full veil dissolves the identity of a person that in a community. it challenges the model of integration into French , based on acceptance of the values of our society. "
The website accessible at www.visage-découvert.gouv.fr well as a leaflet
at consular posts is available in French, English and Arabic.
No, by law, " can wear clothing designed to conceal his face ." means public space, public roads , public transportation, shops and malls, schools, post offices, hospitals, courts,
adinistration ...
are also prohibited the wearing of hoods , sails full, masks or
of any accessory or clothing making it impossible to identify the person.
A fine of up to 150 euros and / or a citizenship course "for people
who violate the law.
Furthermore, anyone requiring a woman to veil themselves be liable to one year
prison and 30,000 euros fine. The penalty will be doubled if the person is forced
minor.
Francois Fillon wants to "solemnly reaffirm the values of the Republic and the requirements of living together .
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