Report
Sentencing in Victoria 2014–15 to 2023–24
This statistical report presents data on sentencing practices in Victoria in the decade to 30 June 2024. It is designed to inform the community about sentencing trends in Victoria. Data includes the types of offences, sentences received, and the imprisonment or detention lengths and fine amounts imposed.
Report
Sentencing occupational health and safety offences in Victoria: a statistical report
This report presents a statistical profile of sentencing outcomes for occupational health and safety (OHS) offences sentenced in Victoria between 1 July 2005 and 30 June 2021. The purpose of the report is to provide an evidence base to consider reforms to the sentencing of OHS offences.
Discussion paper
Sentencing occupational health and safety offences in Victoria: consultation paper
This consultation paper canvases potential reforms to improve the sentencing of occupational heath and safety (OHS) offences in Victoria. It poses 19 consultation questions to investigate issues such as the effectiveness and enforcement of sentences for OHS offences, and the involvement of victims and their families in sentencing proceedings.
Report
Long-term sentencing trends in Victoria
This report reviews 20 years of data in the Council's 'Sentencing Snapshots' to identify changes in sentencing practices in the higher courts for a select number of offences.
Report
Sentencing breaches of Family Violence Intervention Orders and Safety Notices: third monitoring report
This report presents police and court data on Family Violence Safety Notices (FVSNs) and Family Violence Intervention Orders (FVIOs) in Victoria. The report incorporates demographic data on affected family members/protected persons and respondents, and examines changes in sentencing practices for breach offences in the decade to 2020.