Section 13J — Privacy Act 1988 (Cth)

Alternative orders

If, in proceedings for an order in relation to a contravention of section 13G, the court:

(a) is satisfied that the entity has done an act, or engaged in a practice, that is an interference with the privacy of an individual; but

(b) is not satisfied that the interference with privacy is serious;

the court may make a pecuniary penalty order against the entity for contravening section 13H, instead of section 13G.

Sourced from the Federal Register of Legislation at 17 May 2026. For the latest information on Australian Government law please go to https://www.legislation.gov.au. Verify the current text against the official source before relying on it.

Related sections

s 13F — Act or practice not covered by section 13 is not an interference with privacy
s 13G — Civil penalty provision for serious interference with privacy of an individual
s 13H — Civil penalty provision for interference with privacy of individuals
s 13K — Civil penalty provision for which infringement notices or compliance notices can be issued
s 14 — Australian Privacy Principles
s 15 — APP entities must comply with Australian Privacy Principles

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