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Law and justice

Find government information about law and justice in Victoria including births, deaths and marriages, consumer rights, statutory declarations and legislation.

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Power of attorney

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

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.

Cameras Save Lives

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

The National Driver Licence Facial Recognition Solution

The Victorian Government has joined the Commonwealth Government’s National Driver Licence Facial Recognition Solution.

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.

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 Victorians against terrorism

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

Inquiries and commissions

Current Royal Commissions and Victorian Government inquiries, commissions and responses

Stay up to date on justice and community safety

Victorian Public Notices informs the public about a variety of topics and current activities. Read the latest public notices relating to justice and community safety.

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Reviewed 04 August 2023

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Department of Justice and Community Safety GPO Box 4356, Melbourne, VIC 3000

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

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