How is the code enforced?
Registration of the code enables the ACMA to use its powers under Part 6 of the Telecommunications Act to warn or direct participants in the relevant section or sections of the industry that are covered by the code to comply with the code. The ACMA also promotes industry understanding of the provisions of the code. ACMA can enforce the code in line with sections 121 and 122 of the Telecommunications Act and may issue a warning to a carrier or direct it to comply with the code. Carriers must comply with a direction or face civil (financial) penalties of up to $250,000, as determined by the Federal Court.
