Bonnie Blue Faces Deportation from Indonesia After Legal Issues

Adult film actress Tia Billinger, known professionally as Bonnie Blue, will be deported from Indonesia following a legal ruling related to her work in the country. Although she was cleared of violating the country’s stringent anti-pornography laws, she is being expelled due to an immigration violation stemming from her use of a tourist visa for work purposes.

Details of the Legal Proceedings

The 26-year-old actress was among 34 individuals detained during a police raid at a production studio in Bali, a popular destination for both domestic and international tourists. This incident initiated a broader police investigation into the production activities occurring in the area. While Bali is predominantly Hindu, it operates within the framework of Muslim-majority Indonesia, where the production of pornographic content is strictly prohibited. Those found guilty of such violations can face penalties of up to 12 years in prison and fines reaching approximately $360,000 (£270,000).

Ms. Billinger was fined Rp 200,000 (about $12 or £9) for a minor traffic offense, but her deportation is primarily linked to the immigration violation. She is scheduled to depart Indonesia on a flight set to leave just after midnight local time.

Investigation Findings and Legal Context

According to Badung Police, 16 foreign and 14 Indonesian witnesses claimed that they participated in what was described as an “entertainment-themed reality show” at a studio in the Pererenan area of Mengwi. They asserted that no inappropriate material was produced during their time there. Despite these claims, Ms. Billinger and three others were identified as having “dominant roles” in the production.

Investigators have also scrutinized the purchase of a pickup truck branded with names associated with Ms. Billinger’s work. Authorities have confirmed that the individuals involved were aware of Indonesia’s prohibition against producing pornographic material. Although the police conducted inquiries into videos shot at a hotel in the Berawa area, they reported finding no evidence of pornography or illegal distribution.

Nevertheless, the four foreign nationals, including Ms. Billinger, are suspected of misusing their tourist visas to engage in commercial content creation. M Arif Batubara, the chief of Badung police, stated that they are committed to ensuring all legal processes are followed and are collaborating with prosecutors and immigration authorities to determine subsequent steps.

Ms. Billinger is recognized for producing provocative content, including videos where she interacts with young adults, often during events like “schoolies week” in Australia, a tradition where high school graduates celebrate after their exams. She previously attempted to produce adult content in Australia, but her tourist visa was canceled last year.

As the situation develops, immigration officials are expected to issue a statement regarding whether Ms. Billinger will be blacklisted from re-entering the country.