SEXUAL OFFENCES
About Sexual Offences in Queensland
Sexual offences in Queensland are governed by the
Criminal Code Act 1899 (Qld) and the
Criminal Law (Sexual Offences) Act 1978 (Qld). These laws are designed to protect the community from sexual violence and exploitation, with a strong focus on consent and the protection of children and vulnerable people.
They cover serious crimes such as rape, sexual assault, and indecent treatment of a child, as well as offences involving grooming or exploitation. The intention of the law is to deter sexual violence, protect victims, and make clear that these offences are among the most serious in Queensland.
A sexual offence charge carries severe penalties and life‑long consequences. If you are facing such a charge, urgent legal advice is essential to protect your rights, reputation, and future.
Sexual Offences and Charges may Include:
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Sexual assault is a serious offence. It is designed to protect individuals from unwanted sexual conduct that offends against community standards of decency and occurs without consent.
CEM is material that depicts or describes a person who is, or appears to be, under 16 years of age in a sexual, offensive, demeaning, or abusive context.
Historical sexual offences are allegations of sexual crimes said to have occurred many years — sometimes decades — earlier. Even if the law has changed since the alleged incident, courts treat them just as seriously as recent offences.
Wilful exposure is when a person deliberately exposes their genitals in or near a public place, or in a way that can be seen from a public place, without a reasonable excuse.
