People are banned from supplying defence technology, goods, or services if there is a real risk they will help commit a serious violation of international law.

People must not engage in, or pay others to engage in, any practices that may contribute to genocide risks.

The Australian Anti-Genocide Commissioner can order companies to sell off investments, end agreements, or stop specific acts to ensure they meet their legal obligations.

The Minister can order any person to provide information and documents within 28 days. People cannot refuse to provide this information even if it might incriminate them.

People who intentionally or recklessly supply banned defence goods or contribute to genocide risks face up to 30 years jail or a fine of 1 million penalty units, or both.

People who intentionally or recklessly ignore the Minister's information requests or other reporting rules face up to 5 years jail or a fine of 200,000 penalty units, or both.

People who fail to take reasonable care to follow these rules can be fined up to 100,000 penalty units, or 20,000 penalty units for reporting failures.

People who intentionally or recklessly ignore a notice from the Defence Minister about exporting goods face up to 10 years jail or a fine of 25,000 penalty units, or both.