The sentencing range for possession of child pornography in Western Australia remains 8 months to 2 years' immediate imprisonment. No established sentencing range exists for the stand-alone offence of indecent recording of a child, and caution should be exercised in attempting to derive one from indecent dealing authorities. The higher statutory maximum for supply of child pornography (7 years) compared with possession (5 years) indicates Parliament regards supply as carrying greater criminal culpability, generally warranting a higher sentence.
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