R 18+ Computer Games information package
Classification poster (approved notice)
R 18+ Computer Games information package
In-store signage
Q & A for R 18+ Computer Games
Q1.
When will computer games classified R 18+ be legally available?
A.
From 1 January 2013
Q2.
What sorts of computer games are classified R 18+?
A.
Computer games where the material included is only suitable for adults.
These are computer games where the content is considered to be high in impact.
Q3.
Who can legally buy R18+ computer games?
A.
Only people aged 18 or over can buy or rent R 18+ computer games.
It is against the law to sell or rent R18+ computer games to people under 18.
Q4.
How can I tell if someone is over 18 before selling or hiring R 18+ computer
games to them?
A.
It is up to you to confirm a person is over 18 before you sell or hire them an R18+
computer game.
Proof of age (preferably in the form of photo identification) may be required.
Q5.
How do I identify an R 18+ computer game?
A.
All computer games must display classification markings. These are the rating of the
game (R 18+) as well as consumer advice which highlights high level content.
It is against the law to sell a computer game without a marking.
Q6.
Do R 18+ computer games need to be in a separate section of the store?
A. In South Australia and Western Australia there are conditions on how R18+ games are
displayed for sale or hire.
For more information go to
www.classification.gov.au or call (02) 9289 7100
NB: As at 7 December 2012.
R 18+ Computer Games information package
Question and Answer sheet
STATE & TERRITORY PENALTIES FOR OFFENCES RELATING TO R 18 + COMPUTER GAMES
OFFENCE
NSW
VIC
QLD
ACT
TAS
WA
SA
NT
$110
$140.84
$100
$110
$130
Set Fines
Set Fines
$141
Selling/hiring an R18+
computer game to a minor
s.30
$11,000
s.42
$8,450
s.18(2)
I$10,000
s.46
$5,500
s.54A
$2,600
s.88
$5,000
s.62
$5,000
s.71
$14,100
Demonstrating an R18+
computer game in a 'public
place'
ss.31A, 32
$5,500
s.36A
$1,408
s.10(3)
$5,000
ss.41, 42
$5,500
s.53
$6,500
s.85
$2,000
s.58
$5,000
s.67
$14,100
Demonstrating an R18+
computer game in presence of
child - in a place other than a
'public place'
s.33
$5,500
s.39
$5,633
s.10AA
$5,000
s.43
$5,500
s.54
$2,600
s.85
$2,000
s.59
$5,000
s.68
$14,100
Advertising an R 18+ computer
game in a 'public place'
No Specific
Offence
s.49
$2,816
No Specific
Offence
No Specific
Offence
No Specific
Offence
No Specific
Offence
s.69A
$5,000
No Specific
Offence
Keeping an R 18+ computer
game with other computer
games and/or films
No Specific
Offence
No Specific
Offence
No Specific
Offence
No Specific
Offence
No Specific
Offence
s.85A
$500
s.60A
$5,000
No Specific
Offence
Penalty units (individual cost per unit)
Ver: 260213 - Maximun Penalties
Listed
* Unless the person who sells or delivers/demonstrates the game is a parent or guardian of the minor
# Unless the person who sells or delivers the game is a a parent or guardian of the minor and the child is 15 or older
Higher penalities may apply for corporations in some jurisdictions
R 18+ Computer Games information package
Offences table