Australian Capital Territory
Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) (Enforcement) (Fees) Determination 2013 (No 2) 
Disallowable instrument DI2013-293
made under the
Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) (Enforcement) Act 1995, s 67 (Determination of fees)

EXPLANATORY STATEMENT

The fee determination sets fees for the sale or copy of X films.  The determination replicates the Classification (Publications, Films and Computer Games) (Enforcement) (Fees) Determination 2013 that it revokes and replaces.  The only change is that the new fee determination provides fees for three year licences and provides that fees can be paid quarterly or annually. 

The changes to the fee determination follow the commencement on 22 August 2013 of the Justice and Community Safety Legislation (Red Tape Reduction No 1 – Licence Periods) Amendment Act 2013.  The Act provides for the issue of licences of up to three years for this industry.  

The instrument provides that the fees and charges for longer licences.  The instrument provides that the fees and charges for a three year licence are three times the annual fees.  For example the fee for a three year licence under item 48 will be $43,938 which is three times the existing fee of $14,646.  

Licensees will be able to elect to apply for a one year licence, a part of a year licence or a three year licence. 

The instrument also provides that fees can be paid quarterly or annually.