Robert Badinter

French lawyer and Minister of Justice

Robert Badinter - French lawyer and Minister of Justice
Born

March 30th, 1928
97 years ago

Died

2024
1 years ago — 96 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

France

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A prominent lawyer and politician, served as the French Minister of Justice from 1981 to 1986. Played a key role in the abolition of the death penalty in France, advocating for legal reform and human rights. Contributed to the establishment of the law on personal data protection, which enhanced individual privacy rights. Badinter has also been involved in various legal and human rights organizations throughout his career.

Abolished the death penalty in France

Served as Minister of Justice

Promoted personal data protection laws

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