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Starting in the late 1980s, some Australian State and Territory governments began to gradually decriminalise prostitution and – in some jurisdictions – legalise brothels and other types of prostitution. Some States, such as Queensland, introduced comprehensive brothel licensing schemes to increase regulation and monitoring of the sex industry and also limit the exploitation of sex workers. Recent reports, however, reveal that many persons, including non-citizens, involved in the sex industry are exploited and often work in appalling conditions, especially if they are found working in clandestine premises, as street workers, or in private homes. This risk is exacerbated if sex workers have been trafficked into Australia and lack access to support services.
The information on this site outlines the prostitution regulation system in selected States and Territories, identifies relevant prostitution offences, and also explores the types and levels of unregulated and illegal prostitution such as outcall prostitution agencies (escort agencies), illegal brothels, street prostitution, exotic dancing and adult entertainment, and massage parlours.
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Prostitution Regulation Systems
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Unregulated and illegal prostitution
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Prostitution Offences
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Prostitution Offences – Case Law (Qld)
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Useful Links
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