Law, crime and justice

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

Road safety cameras save Victorian lives. They slow drivers down, making Victoria's roads safer.

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

Information on the legislative and regulatory protection available to consumers.

Community corrections, prison and parole, and release.

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

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

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

Current Royal Commissions and Victorian Government inquiries, commissions and responses

The Victorian justice system includes a wide range of activities, including policy making and law reform, policing, courts, penalties and fines and legal assistance.

Helping Victorians with their legal problems.

It is now illegal to own, use, carry, transport, buy and sell machetes in Victoria, unless you are covered by an exemption or valid approval.

Always dial Triple Zero (000) in an emergency. Report non-urgent crimes or find your local police station online.

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

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

How the Victorian Government is working to build a safe and resilient Victoria to resist, respond and recover from acts of terrorism.

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

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

Sheriff’s officers take action against people who do not comply with their debt-related court orders.

The official Victorian Government service offering free information and support for people affected by crime.

Privacy, equal opportunity, discrimination and harassment.

Youth justice supervises children and young people who are in the criminal justice system.