An 18-year-old Iranian is facing imminent execution on charges of homosexuality, even though he has no legal representation. Ebrahim Hamidi, who is not gay, was sentenced to death for lavat, or sodomy, on the basis of "judge's knowledge", a legal loophole that allows for subjective judicial rulings where there is no conclusive evidence.
Iran To Execute 18-Year-Old Ebrahim Hamidi On False Charge Of Sodomy
Iran To Execute 18-Year-Old Ebrahim Hamidi On False Charge Of Sodomy