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About the Department of Justice

The Department of Justice is one of eleven departments within the Victorian public sector.

The Justice portfolio consists of business units and statutory entities aligned under nine key functions. This includes all police and prosecution functions, administration of the court system, provision of the prison and community corrections services, administration of various tribunals and agencies established to protect citizens' rights, emergency management, provision of emergency services, policy on racing and gaming issues and the provision of legal advice to government.

The Justice portfolio employs over 21,000 staff and enjoys the support of around 90,000 volunteers across areas such as Country Fire Authority, Lifesaving Victoria, Victoria State Emergency Service and Office of the Public Advocate.

 This section provides:

• descriptions of each business unit
• an overview of the major initiatives the department is undertaking
• information about employment opportunities and careers within the justice system
• tender information
• dates and information about forthcoming Sheriff's auctions of seized goods
• access to Department of Justice media releases.

The Department of Justice Annual Report contains information about the department’s key activities and initiatives as well as annual financial statements and compliance reports.

The Department of Justice’s quarterly Justice Review newsletter features stories about people and events from across the Justice portfolio.

The Koori Justice magazine is published twice a year and highlights outcomes and achievements under the Victorian Aboriginal Justice Agreement.