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Overview • The criminal justice response to stalking is based on the stalking offence and offences relating to breaches of personal safety intervention orders (PSIOs). • The core elements of the stalking offence are appropriate…

Introduction 8.1 In Chapter 7, the Commission concluded that the existing scheme, as provided for by the Victims of Crime Assistance Act 1996 (Vic) (VOCAA) and the Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT), does not…

Introduction 8.1 The terms of reference ask the Commission to have regard to the representation of various interests involved in the Crimes (Mental Impairment and Unfitness to be Tried) Act 1997 (Vic) (‘CMIA’). In particular,…

Overview • People who stalk should be accountable for their behaviour. • Complex factors contribute to stalking. • There is some evidence that therapeutic treatment may reduce the risk of re-offending.[1] • People who stalk…

Introduction 9.1 This chapter considers the Judicial Proceedings Reports Act 1958 (Vic) which restricts the publication of material in relation to judicial proceedings.[1] It contains four statutory prohibitions, which apply automatically without the need for…

Introduction 9.1 Fair trials, and fairness in the conduct of pre-trial negotiations, require early and adequate disclosure. This ensures that the accused understands the evidentiary basis for the charge and is able to prepare a…

Introduction 10.1 The terms of reference ask the Commission to consider whether changes should be made to the provisions governing supervision and review in the Crimes (Mental Impairment and Unfitness to be Tried) Act 1997…

Overview • The law protects a person’s right to a fair hearing by preventing people from publishing information that may improperly influence a jury or witness. This is known as sub judice contempt. • It…

Introduction 13.1 This chapter considers the types of assistance that should be available to victims under the proposed Act. In particular, the chapter considers and makes recommendations about: • the categories of assistance available for…

Introduction 13.1 The terms of reference require the Commission to provide recommendations to ensure that the Adoption Act 1984 (Vic) operates harmoniously with other relevant legislation and upholds principles set out in the Charter of…