UK Act of Parliament
1959
United Kingdom
Obscene Publications Act 1959
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Prohibition of publication of obscene matter.
Powers of search and seizure.
Defence of public good.
Citation, commencement and extent.
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British Board of Film Classification
Classifies films, videos, and some video games for age rating. Statutory authority for classifying cinema releases and video works under the Video …
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