1990 Bermudian death penalty referendum

A referendum on the death penalty for premeditated murder was held in Bermuda on 12 August 1990.[1] The referendum was held following pressure from the British government, and was held as part of the Capital Punishment Referendum Act, 1989.[2] However, voters approved of retaining the penalty, with 79% voting in favour.

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The death penalty was later abolished by the Parliament of Bermuda following a vote in December 1999.[1]

Results

Are you in favour of capital punishment for premeditated murder in Bermuda?

Choice Votes %
For8,50079.07
Against2,25020.93
Invalid/blank votes109–
Total10,800100
Registered voters/turnout33,70033.00
Source: Direct Democracy

References
  1. Bermuda, 12 August 1990: Retention/abolition of the death penalty Direct Democracy (in German)
  2. Capital Punishment Referendum Act 1989 Bermuda Consolidated Legislation


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