A Canberra woman who allegedly told police she couldn't help but commit sexual offences against girls is behind bars after her bail request was refused.
The 28-year-old faces five charges, which include grooming and acts of indecency against two teenage girls who worked for her.
One of the charges is for possessing child-abuse material, after police found inappropriate pictures of one of the girls.
The woman's lawyer told the ACT Magistrates Court that several of the charges were historical and she was prepared to abide by strict conditions, including moving in to live with her mother and not using the internet or smartphones.
But prosecutors said they feared she would reoffend and interfere with witnesses, given there are several more people whom police hope to interview.
The court also heard that police believed the woman had been planning to move interstate.
She was also alleged to have a long history of grooming young girls.
Magistrate Robert Cook agreed the offences were serious, noting the police evidence.
"She is aware it's unlawful but cannot help herself," he said.
"She doesn't have an ability to control her compulsions."
The magistrate said the prosecution's case appeared to be strong and he was unsure whether any bail conditions could regulate her behaviour.
The woman was remanded in custody until next month, when the case returns to court.
