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We are surveying a sample of our clients about their satisfaction with our services to help us improve service delivery. All information received in the survey will be kept confidential.

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Sex and the law


Having sex and sexual offences

General information about what laws apply to sex and sexual activities in Queensland. Includes legal age of consent, sexual offences, sexual assault support services, sexting, online activities and prostitution and sex workers.


Sexting and sharing photos online

General information about sexting and sharing photos and videos of private activities online.


Sex workers

Sex workers and the law

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