Bonnie Blue was arrested in Bali in connection with alleged pornography offences under Indonesia’s strict anti‑pornography and “morality” laws.

Alleged reason for arrest

Reports state that Bonnie Blue (real name Tia Billinger), a British adult content creator, was detained after police raided a rental studio in Bali where she and a group of male tourists were allegedly filming explicit content. Indonesian authorities say the group was producing material they describe as “pornographic” or “immoral,” which is prohibited under the country’s laws on producing, distributing, or publicly displaying pornographic material.

Context of the incident

The raid reportedly followed complaints that she had hired a branded bus during “schoolies week” in Bali and was inviting young adult tourists to participate in filming explicit videos. Police said they seized items such as cameras, condoms, lubricant, costumes, and other equipment they believe were used for creating pornographic videos, and she now faces a potential lengthy prison sentence and a substantial fine if convicted under Indonesian law.

Legal situation

Under Indonesia’s anti‑pornography statutes, producing adult content, even with consenting adults, can be prosecuted if authorities deem it to violate public morality standards. In Bonnie Blue’s case, officials have indicated she is under investigation and may face charges that carry a maximum of about 15 years in prison and a large monetary penalty, though final charges and outcomes have not yet been determined.