article_snippet: We are very worried about the lack of protection provided to everyday Australians, who could face huge fines that don't match the crime,' said Ms Turner. '
article_snippet: The code is an uncapped system of fines, which means that there is no limit to what someone could be made to pay under the scheme,' Ms Turner said.
article_snippet: Unlike in New Zealand, Australia has no limit to fines under the Copyright Act, and it is up to the judge's discretion as to what the consumer is fined. '
article_snippet: In the US, which also has an uncapped system, a consumer was sued by Sony BMG and fined $675,000 for downloading and uploading 30 songs,' said Ms Turner. '
article_snippet: we are not talking about a slap on the wrist, the punishment nowhere near fits the crime,' Ms Turner said.