Sch 1 (The Criminal Code), s 228J
In forcePossessing child abuse object
Schedule 1The Criminal Code
Part 4Acts injurious to the public in general
228J Possessing child abuse object
(1)
A person who knowingly possesses a child abuse object commits a crime.Maximum penalty—14 years imprisonment.
(2)
The Penalties and Sentences Act 1992, section 161Q states a circumstance of aggravation for an offence against this section.
(3)
An indictment charging an offence against this section with the circumstance of aggravation stated in the Penalties and Sentences Act 1992, section 161Q may not be presented without the consent of a Crown Law Officer. sch 1 pt 4 ch 22 s 228J ins 2020 No. 32 s 16
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