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Illicit drug markets in Queensland (Word version) (DOC, 555.0 kB)

Strategic intelligence assessment profiles of the main illicit drug markets currently operating in Queensland, and the extent of organised crime involvement in them.

The regulation of political donations and gifts in Queensland: a comparative analysis (Word version) (DOC, 980.5 kB)

A comparative review of Australian and international regulations relating to prohibitions and restrictions on donations, disclosure of political donations, and compliance and enforcement mechanisms.

Organisation chart (PDF, 80KB) (PDF, 77.1 kB)

CMC organisation chart

Organised property crime in Queensland (DOC, 359.0 kB)

Current and emerging issues in organised property crime. Word version.

An update on Taser use in Queensland (Research and Issues Paper, No. 9) (DOC, 272.0 kB)

This paper provides statistics on Taser use by officers from the Queensland Police Service (QPS) over the last two years and compares it to data reported in our more comprehensive review in 2011, Evaluating Taser reforms: a review of Queensland Police Service policy and practice. Word version.

Child sexual victimisation in Queensland (DOC, 244.5 kB)

An overview of legal and administrative developments since 2000.

Indigenous people in policing roles: A follow-up review to the Restoring order report (Word version) (DOC, 2.2 MB)

This report examines issues of crime, violence and policing in Queensland’s Indigenous communities. It draws on extensive consultation with Indigenous communities and their serving police officers as well as comprehensive research and policy analysis (Word version).

Advice from John Jerrard QC (PDF, 321.5 kB)

Advice of John Jerrard QC concerning examination of material provided to the Crime and Misconduct Commission pursuant to Recommendation 16.1 of the Queensland Floods Commission of Inquiry’s final report.

Examination of Wivenhoe Dam engineers' conduct

Outcome from the CMC review of material provided by the Queensland Floods Commission of Inquiry following a recommendation that it investigate the conduct of three of the engineers operating Wivenhoe Dam.

Indigenous engagement strategy (PDF, 241.5 kB)

Our ongoing commitment to strengthening our relationships with Indigenous people, communities and organisations

Councillor Conduct Guide (PDF, 219.3 kB)

Guide for councillors on their statutory obligations and ethical conduct required under the Local Government Act 2009; updated May 2012. Please note: The Local Government Act 2009 was recently amended and this guide is currently being revised and updated to reflect those changes.

Ethics, integrity and elected officials — state government (PDF, 154.2 kB)

Legal and ethical obligations of Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) and candidates in state government elections.

The review process: an outline for QPS officers (PDF, 570.3 kB)

An outline of the process for reviewing Queensland Police Service appointments.

Managing conflicts of interest in the public sector - toolkit (PDF, 1.8 MB)

Code of Conduct (PDF, 151.3 kB)

The Code of Conduct for our staff.

Privacy Plan (PDF, 100.1 kB)

Lastest privacy plan from the CMC.

Public perceptions of local government: findings from the 2010 Public Attitudes Survey (PDF, 536.0 kB)

The findings of the 2010 Public Attitudes Survey, where members of the public give their impressions on the performance of local government employees.

Public perceptions of the Queensland Police Service: findings from the 2010 Public Attitudes Survey (PDF, 687.0 kB)

The findings of the 2010 Public Attitudes Survey, where members of the public give their impressions on the performance of the Queensland Police Service.

Review of the Prostitution Act 1999 (Qld)

The CMC's 2011 review of the Prostitution Act found that the Act effectively regulates the licensed brothel sector in Queensland

Operation Tesco: report of an investigation into allegations of police misconduct on the Gold Coast (PDF, 380.8 kB)

This report exposes the environment and attitudes that gave rise to police misconduct on the Gold Coast, drawing attention to the quality of supervision and the ability of local managers to recognise and deal with potential misconduct.

Strategic Plan 2011–15 (PDF, 237.8 kB)

Our strategic plan for 2011-15, published in June 2011.

Handling a public interest disclosure: a guide for public sector managers and supervisors

Has one of your staff blown the whistle? Advice for public sector managers and supervisors about handling a public interest disclosure.

Managing a public interest disclosure program: a guide for public sector organisations

Does your organisation effectively manage the reporting of wrongdoing? Implementing a public sector agency program to manage public interest disclosures.

Evaluating Taser reforms: a review of Queensland Police Service policy and practice (PDF, 2.2 MB)

CMC evaluation of QPS's implementation of Taser reforms recommended in a joint CMC–QPS review of Taser use in 2009; includes recommendations.

Setting the standard: a review of current processes for the management of police discipline and misconduct matters (PDF, 3.3 MB)

CMC review of QPS processes for managing police discipline and misconduct matters; considers ethical standards and practice; recommends changes to ensure police accountability and integrity.

Report on an investigation into the alleged misuse of public monies, and a former ministerial adviser (PDF, 1.3 MB)

This report details the CMC's investigation into a grant to the Queensland Rugby Union, and the role played by former ministerial adviser Simon Tutt. It discusses the relationship between ministerial advisers and public servants, and the importance of transparent and accountable decision-making. It contains recommendations for policy and procedural reform.

Annual Report 2009–10 (PDF, 1.4 MB)

Full PDF version of our annual report for 2009–10.

CMC: who we are and what we do — Vietnamese (PDF, 689.4 kB)

Brochure in Vietnamese that gives a brief summary of the our powers and responsibilities.

CMC: who we are and what we do — Serbian (PDF, 258.2 kB)

Brochure in Serbian that gives a brief summary of the our powers and responsibilities.

CMC: who we are and what we do — Croatian (PDF, 34.2 kB)

Brochure in Croatian that gives a brief summary of the our powers and responsibilities.

CMC: who we are and what we do — Bosnian (PDF, 33.9 kB)

Brochure in Bosnian that gives a brief summary of the our powers and responsibilities.

CMC: who we are and what we do — Persian (PDF, 71.2 kB)

Brochure in Persian that gives a brief summary of the our powers and responsibilities.

CMC Review of the Queensland Police Service's Palm Island Review

The CMC review found that both the initial police investigation and the subsequent internal police review were seriously flawed, and that the conduct of the officers involved warranted consideration of disciplinary proceedings for misconduct.

Review of off-road motorbike noise laws

A CMC review of Queensland noise laws found they were ineffective in reducing excessive motorbike noise in off-road areas.

Crime Bulletin No. 12: Illicit drug markets in Queensland: a strategic assessment (PDF, 1.6 MB)

Market-based analysis of the risk posed by illicit drug markets in Queensland, with a particular focus on organised criminal involvement.

Crime Bulletin No. 11: Money laundering and organised crime in Queensland: a strategic assessment (PDF, 1014.8 kB)

Examination of what constitutes money laundering in Queensland and of different money laundering techniques used by organised crime groups.

Final CMC report into the 2009 South East Queensland Regional Plan, including land at Palmwoods (PDF, 135.0 kB)

A CMC report on its investigation into an allegation that a former Deputy Premier of Queensland had improperly influenced the review process of certain parcels of land included in the urban footprint contained in the South East Queensland Regional Plan 2009-2031 (2009 SEQ plan).

Crime Bulletin No. 10: Organised fraud in Queensland: a strategic assessment (PDF, 811.6 kB)

An overview of current and emerging issues relating to online, credit card, identity and cheque fraud.

Making a complaint against a public official (PDF, 136.6 kB)

Updated in 2009, this brochure provides information for making a complaint against a public official in Queensland.

Dangerous liaisons: a report arising from a CMC investigation into allegations of police misconduct (Operation Capri) (PDF, 2.2 MB)

Operation Capri revealed multiple incidents of police misconduct, mainly relating to the involvement of police officers with a criminal informant.

Perceptions of misconduct in Queensland correctional institutions: a survey of custodial officers (PDF, 959.6 kB)

Survey findings examining perceptions of official misconduct in Queensland correctional institutions.

Strategic Plan 2009-13 (PDF, 2.0 MB)

Our strategic plan for 2009-13.

Interactions between police and young people (PDF, 677.3 kB)

Three research studies on relations between police and young people, including analysis of complaints against police by young people and results from a school-based-program to reduce risk-taking behaviour.

Review of Queensland’s police move-on powers - Invitation for public comment (PDF, 190.8 kB)

The CMC conducted a review of Queensland’s police move-on powers. This is the invitation for public comment.

Annual Report 2007–08

Our annual report for 2007-08 including links to the full PDF version and sections.

Tasers: a brief overview of the research literature (Research & Issues Paper No. 8) (PDF, 226.5 kB)

Summary of Australian and international research about the use of Tasers by operational police.

Making a complaint against a police officer (for Indigenous people) (PDF, 205.6 kB)

Brochure for Indigenous people about how to make a complaint against a member of the Queensland Police Service.

Separation issues in the Queensland public sector

Public hearing and investigation into allegations that former Director-General of the Department of Employment and Training, Mr Scott Flavell, while in office, misused departmental information and failed to disclose a personal interest in a private training company.

How the criminal justice system handles allegations of sexual abuse: A review of the implementation of the recommendations of the Seeking justice report (PDF, 532.9 kB)

Review of the implementation of the recommendations of the 'Seeking justice' report on how the QPS and DPP handle sexual abuse offences.

Facts about Tasers (PDF, 105.8 kB)

How Tasers work and their advantages and disadvantages in law enforcement.

The Queensland Police Dog Squad: A CMC review of complaints and bite incidents (PDF, 515.2 kB)

Analysis of complaints about bites by QPS dogs between 1999 and 2006.

Annual Report 2006–07

Our annual report for 2006-07 including links to the full PDF version and sections.

Public perceptions of the Queensland public service and local government: findings from the 2005 Public Attitudes Survey (PDF, 740.5 kB)

This report presents findings of the 2005 Public Attitudes Survey relating to the Queensland public service and local government.

Breaking the cycle: A study of victimisation and violence in the lives of non-custodial offenders (PDF, 3.9 MB)

Offending Persons Across the Lifecourse (OPAL) study of 480 non-custodial offenders and the predictors of recidivism.

Reforming child protection in Queensland: A review of the implementation of recommendations contained in the CMC's Protecting children report (PDF, 326.1 kB)

Review of the implementation of recommendations made in the CMC’s Protecting Children report.

Illicit drug use in Queensland: A survey of households 2002–05 (PDF, 548.3 kB)

Report on illicit drug use from data collected between 2002 and 2005 by the Office of Economic and Statistical Research from adults in private households.

Profiling the Queensland amphetamine market (PDF, 680.3 kB)

Characteristics of amphetamine users and their perceptions of law enforcement; report assesses the impact of law enforcement acitivity on the amphetamine market in Queensland.

Actions and reactions at The Prince Charles Hospital: report of a CMC investigation into allegations flowing from the appointment of a nursing director (PDF, 206.9 kB)

Extensive media attention given to the issues involving a long-standing, messy quarrel between high-ranking staff at The Prince Charles Hospital, Brisbane, and embroiled the CMC in sorting out what had happened and who was responsible.

Regulating outcall prostitution: Should legal outcall prostitution services be extended to licensed brothels and independent escort agencies? (PDF, 844.7 kB)

Focuses on whether the five aims of the Prostitution Act, as nominated by the Queensland Government when the Bill was introduced, had been achieved.

The new public nuisance offence provision: an issues paper (PDF, 116.2 kB)

Issues paper discussing how police are enforcing the new public nuisance offence provision, and the impact it is having on the Queensland public?

The local government electoral process: discussion paper (PDF, 159.6 kB)

The CMC invited key stakeholders and interested members of the public to comment on the issues raised in this discussion paper and on any other issue relevant to the topic: Does existing Queensland legislation sufficiently maintain the integrity of the local government electoral process?

Should legal outcall prostitution services in Queensland be extended to licensed brothels and/or escort agencies? (PDF, 872.9 kB)

CMC's interim position on the way forward for escort or outcall prositution services in Queensland. Final report released in 2006.

Escort agency hearings

Following public hearings in September 2005, we recommended in a 2006 report to State Parliament that outcall prostitution services from licensed brothels and independent ‘escort agencies’ should not be legalised. We also suggested in this report methods to prevent illegal prostitution from negatively affecting the legal sex industry, providing a fairer solution for legal operators.

Gold Coast City Council election

CMC public inquiry into allegations of breaches of the Local Government Act by Gold Coast City Councillors.

Police powers and VSM: a review (PDF, 2.8 MB)

This report evaluates new police powers introduced to support a state government initiative to provide people addicted to volatile substances with a safe place to go while under the influence.

Report of an investigation into the appointment of the Queensland Information Commissioner (PDF, 158.0 kB)

In this report the CMC examines the issues raised concerning the circumstances in which Ms Cathi Taylor was appointed Queensland Information Commissioner in February 2005.

Why do police investigate police? It's about police taking responsibility (PDF, 253.5 kB)

Brochure explaining why the CMC hands many cases of suspected police misconduct back to the police for investigation.

Problem-oriented policing in a detective environment: a Queensland case study (PDF, 475.0 kB)

This report presents an innovative POP (problem-oriented policing) project conducted by detectives at the Gold Coast. It illustrates both the potential and the challenges of POP for contemporary police services

Policing domestic violence in Queensland: meeting the challenges (PDF, 1.7 MB)

The report looks at the challenges that confront police and identifies potential strategies to improve their effectiveness and efficiency.

Palm Island bribery allegation (PDF, 641.0 kB)

Report of a CMC investigation into an offer made by the Premier of Queensland to the Palm Island Aboriginal Council

Fraud and corruption control: guidelines for best practice (PDF, 1.2 MB)

Integrated framework of 10 key elements important in developing an effective fraud and corruption control program.

Regulating prostitution: an evaluation of the Prostitution Act 1999 (Qld) (PDF, 678.5 kB)

CMC review of the Prostitution Act shows that Queensland’s legal prostitution industry is safe, healthy and crime-free, and provides a viable alternative to dangerous illegal brothels. Report recommends some changes to help improve regulation.

Striking a balance: an inquiry into media access to police communications (PDF, 703.5 kB)

Report into media access to police radio systems.

Identifying conflicts of interest in the public sector — checklist (PDF, 475.8 kB)

Checklist for identifying conflicts of interest in the public sector

Exploring drug use: prevalence and patterns among emergency department patients (PDF, 418.6 kB)

This report is the result of a collaborative research project that examined the prevalence and patterns of drug use among patients presenting at a Gold Coast emergency department.

Handling complaints against Queensland police: past, present and future (PDF, 92.1 kB)

An examination of how the process for handling complaints against police in Queensland evolved into the current system.

Profiling the Queensland public sector: functions, risks and misconduct resistance strategies (PDF, 623.0 kB)

This report represents the cooperation of 234 Queensland public sector agencies who took the time to participate in the CMC’s Responding to Misconduct survey. The survey was designed to provide the CMC with the sort of information it needs to help build the capacity of Queensland public sector agencies to deal with and prevent misconduct. The information contained in this report should help individual agencies understand themselves better by being able to compare their risks and their prevention strategies with those of other like agencies. By comparing their own responses with the collated information in this report, agencies may be able to identify areas that require further attention.

Lockhart River allegations: a CMC report on an investigation into allegations of official misconduct arising from the presence of alcohol on the Queensland Government aircraft at the Lockhart River airport (PDF, 90.8 kB)

Report on the circumstances around the discovery of a bottle of wine in a government aircraft on the Lockhart River airport tarmac; examination of events from the point of view of whether official misconduct took place.

Brisbane River flood levels: a CMC report on the Brisbane City Council’s handling of flood study reports (PDF, 240.2 kB)

A Crime and Misconduct Commission investigation into allegations that the Brisbane City Council improperly suppressed the findings of Brisbane River flood studies has not revealed any evidence of official misconduct by any person. However, the investigation did reveal some failings in the BCC’s recordkeeping and administrative practices, and the CMC has made recommendations for improvements in these areas. The report also comments on some important general issues about the openness of government and the public interest.

Protecting children: report summary (PDF, 601.6 kB)

Summary of the CMC’s Protecting children (2004) report on the abuse of children in foster care in Queensland; includes recommendations.

Patterns of amphetamine use: initial findings from the Amphetamines in Queensland research project (PDF, 885.4 kB)

Criminal justice and health agencies in Queensland have been increasingly concerned about the continuing rise in the use of amphetamines and the harms and consequences associated with their use. Unfortunately, this concern is compounded by the lack of detailed and comprehensive information about the experiences and behaviours of amphetamine users in Queensland.

Public perceptions of the Queensland public sector and local government - 2002 Public attitudes survey (PDF, 224.9 kB)

This report presents findings of the 2002 Public Attitudes Survey relating to the Queensland public service and local government. The report on public attitudes to the Queensland Police Service, also derived from the survey, has already been published.

Annual Report 2002-03 (PDF, 5.5 MB)

Full PDF version of our annual report for 2002-03.

Sexual offence matters

Findings and recommendations of a public inquiry into the handling of sexual offence matters in the Queensland criminal justice system.

Beat policing resources

Overview information about CMC beat-policing research and publications.

On the beat: an evaluation of beat policing in Queensland (PDF, 2.8 MB)

Beat policing is a community policing strategy designed to make an individual police officer responsible for the community’s policing needs in a defined geographical area. Officers are encouraged to take ‘ownership’ of their area and employ proactive strategies to address the underlying causes of crime and community problems within their beat. Beat policing constitutes an important shift in the nature of operational policing. There has been much interest expressed in recent years in expanding this form of policing throughout Queensland. This report presents the findings of an evaluation conducted by Research and Prevention officers of the Crime and Misconduct Commission.

Public perceptions of the Queensland Police Service - 2002 Survey (PDF, 235.9 kB)

This report presents findings of the 2002 Public Attitudes Survey relating to the QPS.

Annual Report 2001–02 (PDF, 2.9 MB)

Full PDF version of our annual report for 2001-02, incorporating the work of the former CJC and QCC.

Making a difference: governance and accountability of Indigenous councils (PDF, 331.8 kB)

This paper draws attention to the high demands made of Indigenous councils, even though they have a limited capacity to meet those demands. It is therefore no surprise that many Indigenous councils have been found wanting in terms of accountability and other governance issues. This paper is primarily intended for those involved in working with Indigenous communities in relation to governance issues. It offers practical advice, rather than just pointing to the problems.

Crime Bulletin No. 4: The illicit market for ADHD prescription drugs in Queensland (PDF, 75.1 kB)

Assessment of the illicit market for ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) prescription drugs.

Monitoring the ethical climate of organisations: a Queensland case study (Research & Issues Paper, No. 2) (PDF, 452.1 kB)

Paper describing a simple survey method developed by the CMC to monitor the ‘ethical climate’ of the QPS and to track changes over time.

Annual Report 2000–01 (QCC) (PDF, 540.4 kB)

The Queensland Crime Commission's annual report for 2000-01.

Young people and criminality: the Sibling Study (PDF, 465.3 kB)

This paper is the first of a series of papers drawing upon the findings of the Sibling Study in order to explore adolescent criminality in Australia. The Sibling Study is an investigation, conducted over several years, of young people’s involvement in criminality and the criminal justice system.

Lightning strikes twice: preventing repeat home burglary — survey instruments (PDF, 746.2 kB)

Survey instruments, including introduction and executive summary, for Lightning strikes twice: preventing repeat home burglary.

E-policing: the impact of information technology on police practices (PDF, 1.3 MB)

This study analyses the impact of information technology on policing, using the Queensland Police Service as a case study. It examines the extent to which the implementation of information technology has modified the accountability structure and the occupational culture of policing and whether information technology has altered police practices at the street, supervisory and management levels. More generally, the research explores the potential and limits of technology as a tool for police reform.

Crime Bulletin No. 3: The ‘ecstacy’ market in Queensland (PDF, 48.1 kB)

The party drug ‘ecstasy’ is a growing problem for law enforcement agencies and the public health system in Queensland. This paper discusses the effects of the drug, the extent of the problem and market characteristics including demand and supply. Ecstasy, however, appears to have considerably fewer links with other crime markets than the amphetamine or heroin markets.

Criminal Justice System Monitor 5 (PDF, 1.5 MB)

This series provides policy makers and people involved or interested in the Queensland criminal justice system with a concise overview of key developments in that system. Production of the Monitor each year is also intended to promote informed public debate about criminal justice issues in Queensland. Main subject areas are: Police and crime; The court system; Corrections; The cost of criminal justice; Funding of legal aid and prosecutions; Key events.

Managing the impact of a CJC investigation: a guide for Queensland public sector managers and supervisors (PDF, 294.4 kB)

This booklet presents strategies to help public sector managers and supervisors to deal with the effects of a CJC investigation in their area, both during and after the investigation. Some of the information is also applicable to the conduct of internal investigations or police investigations.

Safeguarding students: minimising the risk of sexual misconduct by Education Queensland staff (PDF, 1.7 MB)

This report is the result of a review of Education Queensland policies and procedures relating to the reporting and investigation of allegations of sexual misconduct by Education Queensland employees towards students. The review was initiated in response to heightened public concern about this type of misconduct. The report focuses on strategies for minimising the risk of sexual misconduct by Education Queensland employees. The recommendations made here will provide assistance to bodies that review the adequacy of policies and procedures in any organisation in which employees are in a position of trust and power over young people.

Annual Report 1999–2000 (QCC) (PDF, 269.5 kB)

The Queensland Crime Commission's annual report for 1999-2000.

Project Axis Vol. 1: Child sexual abuse in Queensland — the nature and extent (PDF, 646.4 kB)

Volume 1 of Project Axis, a wide-ranging inquiry into the sexual abuse of children in Queensland. Volume 1 reports on the nature and extent of the problem and the characteristics of offenders and their victims.

Project Axis Vol. 3: Child sexual abuse in Queensland — offender characteristics and modus operandi (PDF, 2.7 MB)

Volume 3 of the Project Axis inquiry into child sexual abuse in Queensland — the results of a study from a large sample of men currently serving sentences in Queensland for sexual offences against children; offenders’ psychosocial and psychosexual histories, differences between official and unofficial rates of child sexual offending, the extent of offenders’ non-sexual criminal activity, the extent to which offenders have engaged in multiple ‘paraphilias’ (e.g. exhibitionism, voyeurism, fetishism), the offenders’ modus operandi (e.g. victim recruitment strategies; abusive behaviours; methods of avoiding detection) and the extent of formal and informal networking among offenders.

Protecting confidential information: a report on the improper access to, and release of, confidential information from the police computer systems by members of the Queensland Police Service (PDF, 3.2 MB)

This report presents the results of a CJC review of the information-security policies, procedures and practices of the Queensland Police Service. The report puts forward a comprehensive set of recommendations, which, if implemented, should substantially reduce the risk of police officers and other QPS employees improperly accessing and releasing confidential information held in police computer systems.

Queensland Police Service promotion and transfer system (PDF, 384.6 kB)

This report is a follow-up of a survey conducted in 1998, which measured police officers’ perceptions of the promotion and transfer systems prior to the introduction of a new selection panel system. Following the original survey, a number of changes were made to the QPS system. The present research was conducted to measure changes in officers’ perceptions of the system since the new procedures were implemented.

Prevention Pays No. 3 (PDF, 252.1 kB)

This newspaper of the CJC was distributed to various public sector agencies and focused on sharing corruption prevention strategies and initiatives.

Public attitudes towards the QPS (PDF, 59.4 kB)

From time to time the CJC commissions ‘public attitudes’ surveys to measure community attitudes to the Queensland Police Service, and public confidence, knowledge and satisfaction regarding making complaints about the police, public servants and local government employees. Also included are questions about the CJC.

Police powers in Queensland: findings from the 1999 Defendants Survey — appendices (PDF, 302.2 kB)

Appendices of Police powers in Queensland: findings from the 1999 Defendants Survey — questionnaire; interview preamble; references.

The Basil Stafford Inquiry report: review of the implementation of recommendations (PDF, 115.2 kB)

In the early 1990s, the Basil Stafford Centre — a government-run facility providing accommodation and care for intellectually disabled people — was the subject of a CJC inquiry (the Stewart Inquiry) arising from allegations of abuse and neglect of clients. This report reviews the implementation of the recommendations made by the Stewart Inquiry. The review adopts a corruption-prevention focus.

Defendants’ perceptions of police treatment: findings from the 1999 Defendants Survey (PDF, 182.3 kB)

This issue focuses on those questions in the 1999 Defendants Survey that concerned defendants perceptions of how they were treated by police. The 1999 survey indicates that there has been a measurable improvement in police treatment of suspects since the 1996 Defendants Survey.

Prevention Pays No.2 (PDF, 433.5 kB)

Newspaper of the CJC, Issue number 2 - February 2000.

Public attitudes towards the CJC (PDF, 556.5 kB)

This document presents the results of a telephone survey conducted in July 1999 of people throughout Queensland on their knowledge and attitudes towards the CJC. This is the fourth survey in a series, previous surveys having been undertaken in 1991, 1993 and 1995.

Annual Report 1998-99 (CJC) - Part 1 (PDF, 4.1 MB)

Part 1 of the CJC Annual Report 1998-99.

Annual Report 1998-99 (CJC) - Part 3 (PDF, 7.8 MB)

Part 3 of the CJC Annual Report 1998-99.

Annual Report 1998-99 (CJC) - Part 5 (PDF, 7.5 MB)

Part 5 of the CJC Annual Report 1998-99.

Annual Report 1998-99 (QCC) (PDF, 2.6 MB)

The Queensland Crime Commission's annual report for 1998-99.

Gocorp interactive gambling licence: report on an advice by R.W. Gotterson QC (PDF, 218.4 kB)

This report examines the possibility of misconduct on the part of the Queensland Treasurer in the granting of an interactive gambling licence to Gocorp Limited. No misconduct was found.

Prevention Pays No. 1 (PDF, 475.6 kB)

This newspaper of the CJC was distributed to various public sector agencies and focused on sharing corruption prevention strategies and initiatives.

Crime Bulletin No. 1: Organised crime in Queensland (PDF, 5.4 MB)

This paper tells Queenslanders about the nature, extent and impact of organised crime in Queensland today, and discusses what law enforcement can realistically do to counteract it.

Project Krystal: a strategic assessment of organised crime in Queensland (PDF, 321.3 kB)

This report shows the results of a joint assessment between the QCC and the QPS of the organised criminal environment in Queensland. It is designed to increase community awareness about the nature, extent and impact of organised criminal activity in Queensland today and to generally explain the law enforcement strategies that have been and are being developed to deal with the problem.

Out of the Blues program: process evaluation report (PDF, 494.6 kB)

The Queensland Police Service asked the CJC to evaluate the implementation within the QPS of the ‘Out of the Blues’ program, a program initiated by the State Government in 1995 in response to the dramatically rising number of claims for stress being made by Queensland public servants over recent years.

Police cautioning of adults: drug and other offences (PDF, 74.3 kB)

This information paper summarises the results of preliminary research carried out by the CJC on police cautioning of adult offenders. It discusses cautioning programs operating (or being trialled) in various states of Australia and in the United Kingdom and flags a number of issues that are commonly raised in discussions of the merits of a cautioning program: statutory regulation, consistency, benefits, multiple cautioning, role of victims.

Analysis of interview tapes: police powers review briefing paper (PDF, 942.7 kB)

The findings presented in this paper are based largely on a random sample of 136 tapes of police interviews with persons suspected of committing indictable offences. The tapes have been analysed to assess the level of police compliance with the requirements of the Police Powers and Responsibilities Act 1997 and the Police Responsibilities Code.

Criminal Justice System Monitor 4 (PDF, 290.5 kB)

This series provides policy makers and people involved or interested in the Queensland criminal justice system with a concise overview of key developments in that system. Production of the Monitor each year is also intended to promote informed public debate about criminal justice issues in Queensland. Main subject areas are: Police and crime; The court system; Corrections; The cost of criminal justice; Funding of legal aid and prosecutions; Key events.

Inquiry into allegations of misconduct in the investigation of paedophilia in Queensland: Kimmins report: term of reference no. 5 (PDF, 124.4 kB)

This report examines the fifth and final term of reference addressed by the Kimmins Inquiry. This related to 56 separate complaints of isolated incidents related to police mishandling of cases involving suspected paedophilia rather than of systemic wrongdoing.

Annual Report 1997-98 (CJC) - Part 1 (PDF, 4.5 MB)

Part 1 of the CJC Annual Report 1997-98.

Annual Report 1997-98 (CJC) - Part 3 (PDF, 9.5 MB)

Part 3 of the CJC Annual Report 1997-98.

Annual Report 1997-98 (CJC) - Part 7 (PDF, 15.3 MB)

Part 7 of the CJC Annual Report 1997-98.

Annual Report 1997-98 (CJC) - Part 6 (PDF, 7.8 MB)

Part 6 of the CJC Annual Report 1997-98.

Annual Report 1997-98 (QCC) (PDF, 1.2 MB)

The Queensland Crime Commission's annual report for 1997-98.

Briefing paper on crime in Queensland (PDF, 633.3 kB)

This briefing paper has been prepared for presentation to the inaugural meeting of the Queensland Task Force on Crime Prevention. The paper uses recorded crime statistics compiled by the QPS and crime victimisation surveys undertaken by bodies such as the Australian Bureau of Statistics and the Queensland Government Statistician's Office.

An evaluation of the Woorabinda Crime Prevention Partnership (PDF, 3.0 MB)

The Woorabinda Crime Prevention Partnership was established in 1998 after the Woorabinda Council approached the Community Development Coordinator to participate in the pilot program.

Police for the future: review of recruitment and selection for the Queensland Police Service (PDF, 2.4 MB)

This review by the Police Education Advisory Council makes 87 recommendations related to recruitment and selection processes in the Queensland Police Service.

Policing and the community in Brisbane (PDF, 526.4 kB)

This report seeks to contribute to the development of improved policing methods in Queensland by documenting the progress that the QPS has made in implementing partnership policing and aspects of problem-oriented policing in Metro North and Metro South Regions of Brisbane, and by identifying issues that will require consideration if further gains are to be achieved.

Criminal Justice System Monitor 3 (PDF, 1.6 MB)

This series provides policy makers and people involved or interested in the Queensland criminal justice system with a concise overview of key developments in that system. Production of the Monitor each year is also intended to promote informed public debate about criminal justice issues in Queensland. Main subject areas are: Police and crime; The court system; Corrections; The cost of criminal justice; Funding of legal aid and prosecutions; Key events.

Physical requirements of general duties policing — appendices (PDF, 144.8 kB)

Appendices to the report on physical requirements of general duties policing.

Beenleigh calls for service: evaluation report — executive summary (PDF, 182.0 kB)

Executive summary of the Beenleigh calls for service evaluation report.

The cost of first response policing, Research Paper, Vol. 4, No. 2. (PDF, 195.7 kB)

This paper focuses on the cost of sending a police car to deal with a call for service. Data from the Beenleigh Calls for Service Project are used.

Submission in response to the Crime Commission Bill 1997 (PDF, 938.0 kB)

This submission from the CJC on the government's proposed Crime Commission Bill 1997 raises some concerns about the Bill as currently drafted.

Annual Report 1996-97 (CJC) - Part 2 (PDF, 7.4 MB)

Part 2 of the CJC Annual Report 1996-97.

Annual Report 1996-97 (CJC) - Part 4 (PDF, 6.0 MB)

Part 4 of the CJC Annual Report 1996-97.

Reports on Aboriginal witnesses and police watchhouses: status of recommendations (PDF, 338.2 kB)

This report looks at the progress being made to implement the recommendations of two CJC reports: Aboriginal Witnesses in Queensland’s Criminal Courts and Report on Police Watchhouses in Queensland.

Investigation of paedophilia by the Criminal Justice Commission (PDF, 275.3 kB)

This report describes how the CJC discharged its responsibilities in relation to paedophilia.

Integrity in the Queensland Police Service: implementation and impact of the Fitzgerald Inquiry reforms (PDF, 1.7 MB)

This report is concerned with those recommendations of the Commission of Inquiry into Possible Illegal Activities and Associated Police Misconduct (referred to as ‘Fitzgerald Inquiry’) which were directed towards improving the police complaints and discipline process and enhancing police integrity in Queensland.

Community Consultative Committees and the QPS: an evaluation (PDF, 1.8 MB)

Community Consultative Committees (CCCs) were first introduced in Queensland after the Fitzgerald Inquiry report recommended their introduction as part of a more community-oriented style of policing. This research report presents the findings of an evaluation of CCCs conducted by the CJC.

Queensland Police Service Academy training: the views of recruits (PDF, 736.9 kB)

This report presents the results of surveys presentd to the 1996 recruit intake of the QPS. The surveys relate to recruits' view about their training, education and experience at the QPS Academy. It also addresses issues relating specifically to the establishment of the second campus of the QPS Academy at Townsville.

Assault in Queensland (PDF, 852.9 kB)

This paper examines assault trends over time, analyses the factors that increase or decrease the risk of assault and describes the context in which assaults are most likely to occur.

Gold Coast District Negotiated Response Trial: survey findings (PDF, 407.0 kB)

This paper presents the findings of a telephone survey conducted by the CJC to assess a new service delivery policy recently trialled in the Gold Coast Police District. The policy, known as 'Standing Operational Procedures for Negotiated Response to Complaints', was designed to reduce the demands being made on police resources by allowing certain minor offences to be dealt with by telephone.

Report on an investigation into a memorandum of understanding between the Coalition and the QPUE and an investigation into an alleged deal between the ALP and the SSAA (PDF, 3.1 MB)

This report covers the investigation into the circumstance surrounding the creation and execution of a MoU executed by the Hon. Rob Borbidge (then Leader of the Opposition), the Hon. Theo Cooper (then Coalition Spokesman for Police, Corrective Services and Racing) and Sgt Gary Wilkinson (then President of the Qld Police Union of Employees) and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding any agreement between the ALP and the Sporting Shooters Association of Australia of the kind alleged in media reports in April 1996.

Defendants' perceptions of the investigation and arrest process (PDF, 2.1 MB)

This research report presents the findings of a survey of 489 defendants appearing in Queensland Magistrates Courts. The survey was designed to collect information about police arrest, questioning and searching practices from the perspective of people who had been subject to the exercise of these powers.

Annual Report 1995-96 (CJC) - Part 2 (PDF, 4.0 MB)

Part 2 of the CJC Annual Report 1995-96.

Annual Report 1995-96 (CJC) - Part 4 (PDF, 6.4 MB)

Part 4 of the CJC Annual Report 1995-96.

Annual Report 1995-96 (CJC) - Part 6 (PDF, 3.2 MB)

Part 6 of the CJC Annual Report 1995-96.

Annual Report 1995-96 (CJC) - Part 8 (PDF, 7.9 MB)

Part 8 of the CJC Annual Report 1995-96.

Evaluation of Brisbane Central Committals Project (PDF, 2.7 MB)

The Brisbane Central Committals Project was established with the aim of improving the efficiency and effectiveness of committal proceedings.

Submission to the QPS Review Committee (PDF, 2.9 MB)

This submission briefly summarises the CJC's position on particular issues relating to the management and operation of the QPS.

Police recruit selection: predictors of academy performance (PDF, 581.8 kB)

This paper assesses the validity and utility of current recruit selection criteria in predicting performance at the Queensland Police Academy. Academy performance was used as the measure of selection criteria effectiveness, since no standardised work performance evaluation data are available.

Aboriginal witnesses in Queensland's criminal courts (PDF, 5.6 MB)

The report identified that Aboriginal people appearing in court as witnesses are often at a disadvantage relative to other witnesses, due to the law, the courts and legal practitioners not paying sufficient regard to the unique aspects of Aboriginal language and culture. This report identifies various strategies, most of which are quite simple and relatively inexpensive, for reducing these barriers to understanding.

Informal complaint resolution in the QPS: follow-up evaluation (PDF, 1.3 MB)

This follow-up report measures the impact of previously-recommended changes via surveys of officers and complainants who had been involved in an informal complaint resolution conducted between May and October 1995, and through the analysis of complaints data.

Utilising calls for service data (PDF, 368.2 kB)

This paper illustrates how analysis of calls for service data can facilitate the better management of police resources, particularly in relation to problem-solving and crime prevention activities.

Ethical conduct and discipline in the QPS: the views of recruits, first year constables and experienced officers (PDF, 1.3 MB)

This paper describes the findings of a survey or police views on ethical conduct and the discipline process in the QPS in the first half of 1995

Annual Report 1994-95 (CJC) - Part 1 (PDF, 1.3 MB)

Part 1 of the CJC Annual Report 1994-95.

Annual Report 1994-95 (CJC) - Part 3 (PDF, 6.0 MB)

Part 3 of the CJC Annual Report 1994-95.

Annual Report 1994-95 (CJC) - Part 5 (PDF, 5.7 MB)

Part 5 of the CJC Annual Report 1994-95.

Annual Report 1994-95 (CJC) - Part 7 (PDF, 6.2 MB)

Part 7 of the CJC Annual Report 1994-95.

Children, crime and justice in Queensland (PDF, 717.3 kB)

Publication of this paper is intended to promote informed discussion of juvenile justice issues and facilitate planning of responses to juvenile crime in Queensland.

Public attitudes towards the QPS (June 1995): Summary of Findings (PDF, 833.1 kB)

This paper summaries the key findings of the 1995 public attitudes survey, compares the results with previous surveys and identifies the implications of the results for the QPS.

Beat policing resource kit: Manual (PDF, 1.1 MB)

This kit is designed to help police assess whether their own areas would be suited to beat policing and, if so, what they need to do to set up such a project.

Toowoomba Beat Policing Pilot Project: Evaluation report (PDF, 3.4 MB)

In May 1993, the CJC and the QPS established a two-year beat policing pilot project in Toowoomba. This is the main report on the findings of the CJC's evaluation of the pilot project

Report of an inquiry into allegations of official misconduct at the Basil Stafford Centre: Overview (PDF, 539.5 kB)

Overview of the CJC report about allegations of official misconduct at the Basil Stafford Centre.

Report of an inquiry into allegations of official misconduct at the Basil Stafford Centre: Part B (i) (PDF, 1.4 MB)

Part B (i) - Abuse and gross neglect of clients; CJC report about allegations of official misconduct at the Basil Stafford Centre.

Report of an inquiry into allegations of official misconduct at the Basil Stafford Centre: Part C (i) (PDF, 1.4 MB)

Part C (i) - Harassment or intimidation of complainants; CJC report about allegations of official misconduct at the Basil Stafford Centre.

Report of an inquiry into allegations of official misconduct at the Basil Stafford Centre: Part D (ii) (PDF, 1.7 MB)

Part D (ii) Trade Unions and the Centre; Reporting and investigation of misconduct at the Centre; CJC report about allegations of official misconduct at the Basil Stafford Centre.

Crime Victims Surveys in Australia: conference proceedings (PDF, 9.7 MB)

This document contains, in revised form, papers presented at a researchers' symposium from November 1994, plus a paper on 'The Future of the ABS Crime and Safety Survey'. Collectively, the papers reproduced here represent a significant contribution to the literature on crime victims surveys and should serve as a valuable resource for researchers, statisticians and policy-makers.

Aboriginal and Islander Councils Investigations (PDF, 287.2 kB)

In June 1994, the CJC released its report on an investigation into six Aboriginal and Islander Councils. This paper presents an overview of that report for the information of members of all ATSI communities and any other people interested in the administration of ATSI Councils and associated funds.

An aid to understanding Chinese and Vietnamese cultures: investigator's reference manual (PDF, 752.8 kB)

This paper on Chinese and Vietnamese cultures is a compilation of previously published and unpublished papers to meet the needs of Queensland law enforcement agencies. Comments made in this paper are generic in nature and can only provide a partial understanding of the complexity of cultural identity.

Informal complaint resolution in the Queensland Police Service: Evaluation (PDF, 2.6 MB)

This report assesses whether informal resolution procedures are faster, more efficient and more cost effective than the investigation of minor matters through the formal system, and whether the process is more satisfying for the participants, in particular the complainants. The report also makes a number of recommendations for improving the current procedures.

Report on improper disposal of liquid waste in South East Queensland: Volume 2: Transportation and disposal (PDF, 4.5 MB)

Volume 2 of a CJC report about an investigation concerning allegations of improper disposal of liquid waste in south-east Queensland. This volume deals with transportation and disposal issues.

Annual Report 1993-94

Annual Report of the Criminal Justice Commission 1993-94.

A report of an investigation into the Cape Melville incident (PDF, 8.0 MB)

Investigation into official misconduct relating to flora smuggling in Far North Queensland.

Report on improper disposal of liquid waste in South East Queensland: Volume 1 - Report regarding evidence received on mining issues (PDF, 666.3 kB)

Volume 1 of a CJC report on an investigation concerning allegations of improper disposal of liquid waste in South East Queensland. This volume deals with the evidence received during the course of the investigation on mining issues.

Report on an investigation into complaints against six Aboriginal and Island councils (PDF, 9.3 MB)

This report consists of a series of investigative reports on individual councils.

Cannabis and the law in Queensland: Report (PDF, 3.3 MB)

This report considers legal options for dealing with possession and/or cultivation of cannabis for personal use.

Report by the Hon. R H Matthews QC on his investigation into the allegations of Lorrelle Anne Saunders concerning the circumstances surrounding her being charged with criminal offences in 1982, and related matters: volume 2 (PDF, 9.0 MB)

This is volume 2 of the report of the investigation into the allegations of Lorrelle Anne Saunders concerning the circumstances surrounding her being charged with criminal offences in 1982, and related matters.

A report of an investigation into the arrest and death of Daniel Alfred Yock (PDF, 3.5 MB)

The CJC undertook an investigation into certain matters in relation to the arrest and death of an Aboriginal youth named Daniel Alfred Yock in November 1993.

Murder in Queensland (PDF, 463.7 kB)

This paper presents data on all suspected murders recorded by the QPS Information Bureau between 1980-81 and 1991-92. Its purpose is to inform the public, policy makers and the media about the nature and extent of murder in Queensland.

Police recruit survey: summary report #3 (PDF, 180.2 kB)

In January 1994, the QPS commenced a revised recruit training program (known as 'PROVE'). There were 61 recruits in the first intake. A survey of these recruits was conducted at the start of their training by the CJC as part of its continuing evaluation of recruit training in the QPS.

Corruption Prevention Manual: Corruption in the Workplace (PDF, 2.6 MB)

Advice for managers in taking a proactive approach to corruption control and developing sound practices to prevent and detect corruption.

Review of police powers in Queensland: Volume 3 - Arrest without warrant, demand name and address and move-on powers (PDF, 4.4 MB)

This third volume of the review of police powers in Queensland makes a number of recommendations relating to police powers of arrest without warrant and the power of the police to demand a person's name and address.

Annual Report 1992-93

Criminal Justice Commission Annual Report 1992-93.

Report on the implementation of the Fitzgerald recommendations relating to the Criminal Justice Commission (PDF, 6.2 MB)

This is a report on the implementation of the Fitzgerald recommendations relating to the CJC.

Report on the inquiry into the selection of the jury for the trial of Sir Joh Bjelke-Petersen (PDF, 10.0 MB)

Report by the Hon. W J Carter QC on his inquiry into the selection of the jury for the trial of Sir Johannes (Joh) Bjelke-Petersen and related matters.

Review of police powers in Queensland: Volume 2 - Entry, search and seizure (PDF, 10.1 MB)

This second volume report of the review of police powers in Queensland deals with the police powers of entry, search and seizure prior to arrest. It addresses matters relating to the stopping and searching of persons, the issue and execution of search warrants and many other more specific questions within this broad subject area.

Review of police powers in Queensland

A report by the CJC reviewing police powers in Queensland.

Report of an inquiry into allegations of official misconduct at the Basil Stafford Centre

A report by the CJC about allegations of official misconduct at the Basil Stafford Centre.

Report on SP bookmaking and related criminal activities in Queensland (PDF, 8.1 MB)

This report presents the CJC's research findings on SP bookmaking in Queensland. It examines the history of SP bookmaking, and extent of activity at the time, including race-fixing, pricing and links to crime.

Beat area patrol: a proposal for a community policing project in Toowoomba (PDF, 2.5 MB)

This paper outlines a proposal for piloting a return to community policing, with the intention that policing would become more preventative and proactive, and less reactive. Police would operate in their local neighbourhood, and would adopt a variable approach to community problem solving.

Youth, crime and justice in Queensland (PDF, 2.2 MB)

This paper was prepared by the CJC to inform the public of some facts about youth crime, based on statistical records, and on the juvenile justice system. It notes that the records give an incomplete picture, and poses some questions that require attention.

Report on an inquiry into allegations made by Terrence Michael Mackenroth MLA, the former Minister for Police and Emergency Services, and associated matters (PDF, 1.8 MB)

The report relates to an investigation into the conduct of the Commissioner of the Police Service, Mr NR Newnham, after allegations were made against him by the former Minister of Police and Emergency Services.

Report of the committee to review the Queensland Police Service Information Bureau (PDF, 2.4 MB)

The role, functions and inadequacies of the Information Bureau were critically examined in early 1991 by the CJC. It recommended in this report that the police information systems be comprehensively reviewed with the help of specialised external consultants.

Report on an inquiry into allegations of police misconduct at Inala in November 1990 (PDF, 2.2 MB)

The matters at Inala on the first weekend in November 1990 were investigated by the CJC following the receipt of information from the Commission of the QPS concerning complaints about various police actions at Inala and complaints made by representatives of the Aboriginal community who attended the offices of the CJC on 7 November 1990.

Annual report 1990-91 (CJC) - Cover and table of contents (PDF, 2.3 MB)

The CJC annual report for 1990-91.

Annual report 1990-91 (CJC) - Chapter 3a (PDF, 8.0 MB)

Pages 7-18.

Annual report 1990-91 (CJC) - Chapter 3c (PDF, 5.6 MB)

Pages 31-42.

Annual report 1990-91 (CJC) - Chapter 4 (PDF, 6.2 MB)

The CJC annual report for 1990-91.

Annual report 1990-91 (CJC) - Chapters 7, 8 and 9 (PDF, 5.8 MB)

The CJC annual report for 1990-91.

Annual report 1990-91 (CJC) - Chapters 14 and 15 (PDF, 1.0 MB)

The CJC annual report for 1990-91.

Police powers in Queensland: an issues paper (PDF, 2.5 MB)

This paper was prepared to generate constructive debate about the appropriate level of police powers in light of two competing interests of the public: the need to protect the rights and liberties of individuals, and the need to ensure that offenders are brought to justice.

Crime and justice in Queensland (PDF, 3.1 MB)

This report brings together data from various criminal justice and research reports, and other sources. It presents the main features of the Queensland criminal justice system using plain language, graphs and tables, and does not go into technicalities of law.

Complaints against local government authorities in Queensland: six case studies (PDF, 1.6 MB)

The large number of community complaints about the operation of local authorities led the CJC to investigate 370 allegations of conduct such as lack of accountability, favouritism and bias. It identified areas of concern in need of immediate redress. Six investigations chosen as case studies form the basis of the report.

Double jeopardy and disciplinary proceedings (PDF, 388.0 kB)

In an article in the Courier-Mail in June 1991, comments allegedly made by the Police Union Secretary, Tom Mahon, implied that a police officer is subject to double jeopardy if the same facts are canvassed at a criminal trial and a disciplinary hearing before the CJC. This discussion paper explains why this view is incorrect and evidences a lack of understanding of the purpose of disciplinary proceedings.

Attitudes toward the Queensland Police Service: a report (PDF, 1.3 MB)

The primary objectives of the research were to ascertain the public perception and attitudes toward the QPS and to measure the public's assessment of changes to the service.

The nature of proceedings before Misconduct Tribunals in their original jurisdiction and the relevant standard of proof (PDF, 442.7 kB)

This paper analyses the jurisdiction and investigative role of the Misconduct Tribunals as set out in the Criminal Justice Act.

The Fitzgerald Inquiry - Report (1987–89) (PDF, 2.9 MB)

Full report from the Fitzgerald Inquiry.

Annual Report 1989-90 (CJC) (PDF, 6.7 MB)

The CJC annual report for 1989–90.

Report on gaming machine concerns and regulations (PDF, 3.6 MB)

In response to the decision of the State government to introduce gaming machines into licensed establishments in Queensland, this report discusses the relationships between gaming machines and criminal activities and how best to deal with these concerns.

Report of an investigative hearing into alleged jury interference (PDF, 1.2 MB)

This report concludes an investigation into approaches made to members of a number of jury panels in Queensland in November 1990.