No, cannibalism is illegal in Mexico under multiple criminal statutes, including Article 312 of the Federal Penal Code, which prohibits acts against human dignity and bodily integrity. Consent-based exceptions do not apply, and violations may result in 10–30 years imprisonment. Local health codes, such as the Reglamento de Salud del Distrito Federal, further criminalize consumption of human remains, aligning with international bioethical standards enforced by the Comisión Nacional de Bioética.
Key Regulations for Cannibalism in Mexico
- Federal Penal Code (Article 312): Prohibits acts violating human dignity, including consumption of human flesh, with penalties ranging from 10 to 30 years. This applies nationwide, overriding state-level variations.
- Health Regulations (Distrito Federal & State Codes): Local Reglamentos de Salud classify human tissue consumption as a public health violation, mandating penalties under administrative and criminal law. The Secretaría de Salud monitors compliance.
- Bioethics Framework (2026 Compliance Shifts): The Comisión Nacional de Bioética updated guidelines in 2025 to explicitly include cannibalism under “unethical biomedical practices,” requiring healthcare providers to report suspected cases to authorities.