Wellington, July 13 NZPA - The latest attempt to sort out the vexed issue of policing copyright law on the internet is due to be released tomorrow.

Justice Minister Simon Power said the discussion document would canvass a number of options that would be open for consultation for three to four weeks.

It is understood that the option of terminating internet connections for persistent infringers is still on the table along with options such as mediation and fines.

Other countries have been grappling with similar issues recently, with France allowing for internet terminations but only when authorised by a judge or independent judicial officer.

The previous Labour government tried to set up a code of practice to deal with copyright infringements through section 92a of an amended Copyright Act.

Internet users opposed the changes saying it could force the closure of websites following any accusation of breach of copyright, even if it was not proven.

After trying to find a compromise the code of practice idea was withdrawn after one major internet service provider said it would not implement it.

The Government has repeatedly said it would not allow the internet in New Zealand to become a "wild west" where copyright holders had no rights.

The discussion document to be released tomorrow was drawn up a consultative group from across the information technology sector.

Mr Power said he wanted the outcome to provide certainty for both sides of the argument. He hopes to introduce legislation in September or October.