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Criminalisation of HIV transmission in Europe

A rapid scan of the laws and rates of prosecution for HIV transmission within signatory States of the European Convention of Human Rights
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The Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia

Estimated number of people living with HIV: Less than 200
Number of people prosecuted for HIV transmission: 0
Number of people convicted for HIV transmission: 0

Applicable law: None.

Key wording in the law: Not applicable.

Discussion:

From the responses received, it appears Macedonia has no laws that could be used to initiate prosecution proceedings for the transmission of HIV. In 2000, a legal opinion prepared on behalf of UNICEF showed that there are no laws that specifically mention HIV and AIDS.

Transmission of other sexually transmitted infections is subject to prosecution.

A completed questionnaire from UNAIDS Focal Point (Office of the UN Resident Coordinator – Macedonia)

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