Denmark bans the burqa or any Form of face covering
Denmark bans the burqa or any Form of face covering
Lawmakers outlaw full-face veils worn by Muslims but claim law is not aimed at any religious group
Denmark has voted to ban garments that cover the face without good reason
While politicians say it is not aimed at any religion, law is known as 'burqa ban'
Those breaking the law face fines of up to £1,180 or six months in jail
Denmark joins Austria, France, Belgium and Bulgaria which have similar laws
Lawmakers voted 75-30 in favour of the legislation which had been put forward by the governing centre-right coalition.
Technically the law bans any full-face garment where there is no 'recognisable purpose' for wearing it, such as cold weather or complying with laws such as wearing helmets on motorcycles.
Justice Minister Soeren Pape Poulsen said that it will be up to police to use their 'common sense' when enforcing the law, which will apply from August 1.
First-time offenders risk a fine of 1,000 kroner (£118). Repeat offenses could trigger fines of up to 10,000 kroner (£1,180) or a jail sentence of up to six months.
Anyone forcing a person to wear garments covering the face using violence or threats can be fined or face up to two years in prison.
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