Defence Trade Controls Act — export of controlled goods + tech
Defence + dual-use goods + technology export-controlled — permit required.
Who must comply
Defence + dual-use industries + universities + researchers + tech companies.
What triggers it
Export, supply, brokering, publication of DSGL-listed items.
When due
Pre-supply permit required.
Evidence required
Permits + record keeping + end-use certification.
Max penalty
Up to $27.5M or 10 years imprisonment per breach.
Summary
Defence Trade Controls Act 2012 + DSGL. Brokering, supplying, publishing controlled tech requires Defence Export Controls permit. AUKUS reforms (Defence Trade Controls Amendment Act 2024) significantly extend regime.
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Source: https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/industry-governance/regulatory-compliance/defence-export-controls. Rules Mate is not a law firm. Always verify against the live regulator source before acting.