SUMMARY OFFENCES ACT 1953 - SECT 22

SUMMARY OFFENCES ACT 1953 - SECT 22

22—Indecent language

        (1)         A person who uses indecent or profane language or sings any indecent or profane song or ballad—

            (a)         in a public place; or

            (b)         in a police station; or

            (c)         which is audible from a public place; or

            (d)         which is audible in neighbouring or adjoining occupied premises; or

            (e)         with intent to offend or insult any person,

is guilty of an offence.

Maximum penalty: $250.

        (2)         In this section—

"indecent" includes obscene.