For Indigenous people |
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people continue to be over-represented in Queensland’s criminal justice system.
Nearly 27 per cent of all adult prisoners and 60 per cent of juveniles in detention are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people, yet Indigenous people constitute only 3.5 per cent of Queensland’s population.
We are working actively with other government agencies and Queensland’s courts to:
- reduce offending
- create safer communities
- strengthen Indigenous people's role in addressing justice issues in their communities.
Murri Court
The Murri Court is a Queensland magistrates court that deals with sentencing Indigenous offenders.
Community justice groups
CJG members support Indigenous victims and offenders at all stages of the legal process.
Career opportunities for Indigenous people
Our department has developed a strategy to increase our employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Indigenous Justices of the Peace
We train and support Indigenous people wanting to be more involved in the administration of justice in their communities.
Mediation in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
Mediation takes into account the traditional ways of settling disputes in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Aboriginal language in the courts
A guide the Aboriginal language in the Queensland court system.
Last reviewed 26/05/2009 |
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