This resource provides accessible information to address some common myths about the criminal justice system in Australia generally, and more specifically in the Victorian context.

The Centre for Innovative Justice tested the relevance of the myths via an online survey with several respected and expert practitioners. In this Resource, each myth is countered with empirically grounded facts. For example, in response to the statement 'prison is the only solution to crime', the resource outlines the value of trauma-informed and culturally responsive approaches that can address the needs of the groups over-represented in the justice system.