Action On Calendars Filed (Press, 13 November 1982)
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Summary: Action On Calendars Filed (Press, 13 November 1982)
On 13 November 1982, a dispute over male nude calendars imported by the Lawrence Publishing Company escalated as the company took legal action against the Customs Department in Auckland. The case originated after customs officials seized a shipment of 20 calendars on 21 October. The company is now seeking the release of the calendars along with damages exceeding $2500. Brett Sheppard, a spokesman for Lawrence Publishing, stated that the Customs Department had refused to return the seized calendars. He pointed out that the Indecent Publications Tribunal had determined that it did not have jurisdiction over calendars, which left the company with no alternative but to pursue legal action. The calendars feature 12 images of full frontal male nudes and were intended to be sold for approximately $13. With another shipment already ordered, the company is hopeful for a swift resolution from the court regarding their dispute with Customs.
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