In its ruling, the court stated that exercising one’s sexual self-determination does not confer a right to engage in transactions involving these dolls. The decision is rooted in concerns that such dolls may lower inhibitions among pedophiles, potentially leading to real-world child abuse. Violations of this law can result in penalties of up to five years in prison or fines. The ruling was prompted by two male plaintiffs who argued that the ban infringed upon their constitutionally protected rights.