Bermudian death penalty referendum, 1990

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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.

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	%
For	8,500	79.07
Against	2,250	20.93
Invalid/blank votes	109	–
Total	10,800	100
Registered voters/turnout	33,700	33.00
Source: Direct Democracy

References

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

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