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    Production of child exploitation material

    It is an offence to produce, or take any step in the production of, child exploitation material, knowing of its pornographic nature [Criminal Law Consolidation Act 1935 (SA) s 63(a)]. It is also an offence to distribute, or take step in the distribution of, child exploitation material, knowing of its pornographic nature [s 63(b)].

    Maximum penalty: imprisonment for 15 years

    Child exploitation material includes material of a pornographic nature that [s 62]:

    • describes or depicts a child under or apparently under the age of 17 years engaging in sexual activity
    • contains the image or representation of a child under or apparently under the age of 17 years or in the production of which a child under 17 has been involved
    • contains the image or representation of a child-like sex doll.
    Production of child exploitation material  :  Last Revised: Wed Jan 15th 2025
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