Penal Code Act (Cap 120)

Penal Code Act (Cap 120)

Download the Penal Code Act, Cap 120 of the Laws of Uganda — the principal criminal law statute of Uganda. This Act defines offences, penalties, and general rules governing criminal responsibility, prosecution, and punishment across the Republic of Uganda.

Main Features:

• Comprehensive criminal code covering offences against the state, public order, morality, property, and persons
• Includes definitions of key terms such as felony, misdemeanour, and criminal responsibility
• Outlines punishments for treason, murder, theft, corruption, defamation, and related crimes
• Essential reference for lawyers, police officers, students, and legal researchers
• Applies throughout Uganda under the Registration of Titles Act framework

This Act was enacted in 1950 and remains one of Uganda’s most important legal instruments governing criminal law and procedure.

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