HIV and the Law

This section of the website is for your general information only, and does not constitute legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact your local community legal centre or advocate. (N.B This information was updated in June 2011).

There are numerous laws and regulations in place to address instances of people who put others at risk of HIV infection. These laws vary between states and territories, however, in every state and territory two systems apply, so a person may be prosecuted for putting another at risk of HIV infection under public health or criminal law.