Adult Film/Canadian Law

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Expert: - 3/30/2009


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QUESTION: I'm looking to produce an adult film to be sold to
fans of my web-based show.  I live in Canada, and I'm
trying to find out what laws need to be followed.
I understand the basics of all actors/actresses must be 18+ and provide proof, I need them to sign performer release forms, and have health checks, is there anything else?  Where would I look to find the answers to the questions?

Thanks

ANSWER: Much depends on the type of films you're looking to produce, and where you plan on distributing them.  If you can provide some more detail, I can try to give you some more info.

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QUESTION: It's going to be a basic porn, possible anal
male-female.  It will include non-sexual (although sexually suggestive) comical scenes as well.

It will be sold strictly as a pay-download from a website.

Thank you for your time

Answer
You'll find some very good information on the current state of pornography law in Canada at http://www.parl.gc.ca/information/library/PRBpubs/843-e.htm#currentlaw  I would strongly advise you to retain a qualified attorney to advise you as to how these laws, as well as the provincial laws, will apply to you.

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Dan Pepper

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Lawyer representing adult industry businesses and entertainers, and can answer questions related to:

How to start an adult film business or adult website LEGALLY.

What laws to be concerned about with getting into the adult entertainment industry.

What terms and conditions do you need on your adult website.

How to comply with 18 USC 2257 - the federal record keeping requirements.

What forms and agreements do you need for models and crew.

How to deal with copyright and trademark laws.

Before asking your question, I recommend visiting adultwebsitelawyer.com and requesting a copy of the Top 6 Considerations of Starting an Adult Entertainment Business. You may find your question answered there.

I ALSO DO NOT ANSWER QUESTIONS FROM MALES INTERESTED IN STARRING IN ADULT FILMS.

Experience

I have been practicing law since 1994, and have represented numerous businesses and entertainers in the adult entertainment industry as the managing member of Pepper Law Group, LLC, at adultwebsitelawyer.com. My firm also operates 2257Sentry, one of the industry's leading 18 USC 2257 custodian record keeping services for producers of adult content.

Organizations
Free Speech Coalition, Frequent speaker at adult industry events including the Internext Expo and Exxxotica New York; interviewed in AVN Online; regular contributor to XBiz World

Publications
XBiz World AVN Online

Education/Credentials
BA in Political Science, JD (law degree)

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