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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.

Births, deaths and marriages

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

Cameras Save Lives

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

Citizenship and immigration

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

Consumer rights and protection

Information on the legislative and regulatory protection available to consumers.

Corrections, prisons and parole

Community corrections, prison and parole, and release.

Courts and tribunals in Victoria

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

Fines and infringements

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

Graffiti and vandalism

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

Inquiries and commissions

Current Royal Commissions and Victorian Government inquiries, commissions and responses

Justice system

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.

Machete ban

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.

Victoria Police

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

Power of attorney

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

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.

Scams

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

Separation and divorce

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

Sheriffs in Victoria

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

Victims of Crime

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

Your rights

Privacy, equal opportunity, discrimination and harassment.

Youth justice

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

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.

See public notices

Updated 24 October 2025

Have your say on government justice projects

We’re asking for feedback on justice projects across Victoria. Find out what’s happening now.

Have your say

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