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Law and justice

Information on law and justice in Victoria including births, deaths and marriages, consumer rights, statutory declarations and legislation.

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Fines and infringements

If you’ve received a fine, you can pay it quickly and easily online.

Births, deaths and marriages

Record significant life events with the Victorian Registry of births, deaths and marriages.

Separation and divorce

Information about the law in relation to separation, divorce and marriage annulment.

Your rights

Privacy, equal opportunity, discrimination and harassment.

Scams

Anyone can fall for a scam. Learn how common scams work and what to do if you are scammed.

Corrections, prisons and parole

Community corrections, prison and parole, and release.

Victoria’s courts and tribunals

Find out about jury service, sentencing information and the 3 main courts operating in Victoria.

Justice and regulation in Victoria

Laws and regulation, dispute resolution, Sheriffs in Victoria, legal assistance and more.

Power of attorney

Choosing the right power of attorney, information for attorneys, witnesses and lawyers.

Legal aid and services

Helping Victorians with their legal problems.

Consumer rights and protection

Information on the legislative and regulatory protection available to consumers.

Citizenship and immigration

Information on passports and visas required to migrate to Melbourne and become an Australian permanent resident and citizen.

Graffiti and vandalism

Information about addressing illegal graffiti, prevention and removal initiatives in Victoria.

Privacy and data protection

Safeguarding Victorians information and protecting all information held by the Victorian public sector.

Safeguarding against terrorism

What we are doing to safeguard Victoria against terrorism.

Reviewed 27 February 2019

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Contact us

Department of Justice and Community SafetyGPO Box 4356, Melbourne, VIC 3000

03 8684 0000
@justice_vic
Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria, Australia