Autonomous Sanctions Act 2011

The Autonomous Sanctions Act 2011 is an Australian law that aims to facilitate the conduct of Australia's external affairs by providing for autonomous sanctions. The Act makes provision for regulations to provide for sanctions, enforcing the regulations, and offences relating to sanctions.

The Act binds the Crown in all its capacities and extends to every external Territory. It includes provisions for the proscription of persons or entities, restrictions on uses of assets, supply, sale, or transfer of goods or services, procurement of goods or services, indemnities for compliance with regulations, and compensation for owners of affected assets.

The Act also provides for enforcement mechanisms, including injunctions to prevent contravention of regulations. Offences under the Act are punishable by imprisonment for not more than 10 years, fines, or both. The Act defines various terms, including "asset", "designated Commonwealth entity", "sanction law", and "officer of a Commonwealth entity".

The Act includes provisions for the collection, flow, and use of information relevant to the administration of autonomous sanctions. It also provides for the power to require information or documents to be given and the variation of notices under section 19. The Act applies to individuals, bodies corporate, and other entities.

The Autonomous Sanctions Act 2011 is a critical component of Australia's foreign policy framework, enabling the country to respond to international challenges and promote its national interests while respecting its obligations under international law.