Building public confidence in the justice system through education
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (Cth) (CDPP) is committed to educating the community about Commonwealth criminal law and the consequences of breaking it. We do this by promoting the outcome of successful prosecutions through our newsroom and case reports and responding to media enquiries where possible.
Our aim is to:
- Explain the role and work of the CDPP.
- Raise awareness of the range and complexity of crime against the Commonwealth.
- Publicise consequences of breaking Commonwealth Law.
- Send a strong message of deterrence.
- Build public confidence in the justice system.
Central to our education program is deterrence – crime does not pay. We see first-hand the impact effective sentencing has on an offender, their family and community – it has a ripple effect that is lasting. By publishing sentences imposed where possible, we aim to deter potential offenders and ensure the laws of the Commonwealth are respected and maintained for the benefit of every Australian.