The advent of new technologies such as digital cameras, mobile phones and the internet have prompted the Queensland Government to amend the Criminal Code.

The Premier Mr Beattie said the new laws, to be introduced as part of the
Justice and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2005, would make it
illegal under the Criminal Code to covertly film or observe someone in
private places such as bathrooms, toilets and change rooms.

"The so-called practice of ‘up skirting’, where an offender uses a
concealed camera to film up under someone else’s clothing, will also be
outlawed," he said.