Reports
| Date | Title |
|---|---|
| 2012-12-21T09:10:00+10:00 12.2012 |
Illicit drug markets in Queensland (Word version)Strategic intelligence assessment profiles of the main illicit drug markets currently operating in Queensland, and the extent of organised crime involvement in them. |
| 2012-12-20T16:15:00+10:00 12.2012 |
Illicit drug markets in QueenslandStrategic intelligence assessment profiles of the main illicit drug markets operating in Queensland and the extent of organised crime involvement in them. |
| 2012-12-20T10:20:00+10:00 12.2012 |
The regulation of political donations and gifts in Queensland: a comparative analysis (Word version)A comparative review of Australian and international regulations relating to prohibitions and restrictions on donations, disclosure of political donations, and compliance and enforcement mechanisms. |
| 2012-12-19T13:15:00+10:00 12.2012 |
The regulation of political donations and gifts in Queensland: a comparative analysisA comparative review of Australian and international regulations relating to prohibitions and restrictions on donations, disclosure of political donations, and compliance and enforcement mechanisms. |
| 2012-11-29T08:25:00+10:00 11.2012 |
Organised property crime in QueenslandCurrent and emerging issues in organised property crime - full report. |
| 2012-11-29T08:20:00+10:00 11.2012 |
Organised property crime in QueenslandCurrent and emerging issues in organised property crime. Word version. |
| 2012-10-19T10:35:00+10:00 10.2012 |
Child sexual victimisation in QueenslandAn overview of legal and administrative developments since 2000. |
| 2012-10-19T10:35:00+10:00 10.2012 |
Child sexual victimisation in QueenslandAn overview of legal and administrative developments since 2000. |
| 2012-09-17T10:45:00+10:00 09.2012 |
Annual Report 2011–12 (current)Overview of our annual report for 2011–12, including highlights and links to sections of the report. |
| 2012-09-13T09:55:00+10:00 09.2012 |
Indigenous people in policing roles: A follow-up review to the Restoring order report (Word version)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). |
| 2012-09-13T09:55:00+10:00 09.2012 |
Indigenous people in policing roles: A follow-up review to the Restoring order reportAction 47 of the Restoring order report required the CMC to review how the Queensland Police Service utilises, manages and supports Police Liaison Officers, Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Police and Community Police Officers. This report outlines the findings. |
| 2012-08-20T10:10:00+10:00 08.2012 |
Advice from John Jerrard QCAdvice 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. |
| 2012-08-20T10:05:00+10:00 08.2012 |
Advice from John Jerrard QC - Word versionAdvice 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. |
| 2011-11-15T03:00:00+10:00 11.2011 |
Annual Report 2010–11Overview of our annual report for 2010–11, including highlights and links to sections of the document. |
| 2011-10-01T10:00:00+10:00 10.2011 |
Public perceptions of local government: findings from the 2010 Public Attitudes SurveyThe findings of the 2010 Public Attitudes Survey, where members of the public give their impressions on the performance of local government employees. |
| 2011-10-01T10:00:00+10:00 10.2011 |
Public perceptions of the public service: findings from the 2010 Public Attitudes SurveyThe findings of the 2010 Public Attitudes Survey, where members of the public give their impressions on the performance of the public service. |
| 2011-08-01T10:00:00+10:00 08.2011 |
Public perceptions of the Queensland Police Service: findings from the 2010 Public Attitudes SurveyThe findings of the 2010 Public Attitudes Survey, where members of the public give their impressions on the performance of the Queensland Police Service. |
| 2011-06-01T20:00:00+10:00 06.2011 |
Regulating prostitution: a follow-up review of the Prostitution Act 1999The CMC’s follow-up review of the Prostitution Act 1999, containing its findings and highlighting a number of key issues. |
| 2011-06-01T10:00:00+10:00 06.2011 |
Operation Tesco: report of an investigation into allegations of police misconduct on the Gold CoastThis 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. |
| 2011-06-01T00:00:00+10:00 06.2011 |
An alternative to pursuit: a review of the evade police provisionsCMC review of the ‘evade police’ powers, aimed at improving community safety by reducing the number of police pursuits. The report makes 13 recommendations to make the powers a more effective tool for police. |
| 2011-04-01T10:00:00+10:00 04.2011 |
Summary and recommendations — Evaluating Taser reformsExcerpt from the Evaluating Taser reforms report — background, key findings, our recommendations, and the way forward. |
| 2011-04-01T09:00:00+10:00 04.2011 |
Evaluating Taser reforms: a review of Queensland Police Service policy and practiceCMC evaluation of QPS's implementation of Taser reforms recommended in a joint CMC–QPS review of Taser use in 2009; includes recommendations. |
| 2010-12-14T23:00:00+10:00 12.2010 |
Review of police move-on powers: data reportDetails of the methodology and data analyses of the review of police move-on powers. |
| 2010-12-01T10:00:00+10:00 12.2010 |
Setting the standard: a review of current processes for the management of police discipline and misconduct mattersCMC review of QPS processes for managing police discipline and misconduct matters; considers ethical standards and practice; recommends changes to ensure police accountability and integrity. |
| 2010-12-01T10:00:00+10:00 12.2010 |
Police move-on powers: a CMC review of their useOur review of Queensland’s police use move-on powers, and the recommendations made for reform. |
| 2010-12-01T09:00:00+10:00 12.2010 |
Report on an investigation into the alleged misuse of public monies, and a former ministerial adviserThis 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. |
| 2010-11-01T09:00:00+10:00 11.2010 |
Report summary — The ethical perceptions and attitudes of Queensland Police Service recruits and first year constables, 1995–2008Summary of report on the 1995–2008 survey of ethical attitudes and perceptions of junior QPS officers; survey is a barometer of the ethical culture of the QPS. |
| 2010-09-01T10:00:00+10:00 09.2010 |
Annual Report 2009–10Full PDF version of our annual report for 2009–10. |
| 2010-09-01T03:00:00+10:00 09.2010 |
Annual Report 2009-10Our annual report for 2009-10 including links to the full PDF and links to sections. |
| 2010-06-30T10:00:00+10:00 06.2010 |
CMC Review of the Queensland Police Service's Palm Island ReviewThe 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. |
| 2010-04-01T10:00:00+10:00 04.2010 |
Sound advice: a review of the effectiveness of police powers in reducing excessive noise from off-road motorbikesThis report examines the effectiveness of current noise laws in reducing excessive noise from off-road motorbikes, and recommends measures designed to achieve long-term sustainable improvement. |
| 2009-11-01T10:00:00+10:00 11.2009 |
Final CMC report into the 2009 South East Queensland Regional Plan, including land at PalmwoodsA 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). |
| 2009-11-01T10:00:00+10:00 11.2009 |
Restoring order: crime prevention, policing and local justice in Queensland’s Indigenous communitiesThis 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. |
| 2009-09-01T20:00:00+10:00 09.2009 |
Allegation against the Honourable TM Mackenroth in respect of land at Elimbah East: a report from the CMCA CMC report on its investigation into an allegation that a retired former Deputy Premier improperly influenced a review process which changed the classification of certain land in the South East Queensland Regional Plan 2009. |
| 2009-07-01T20:00:00+10:00 07.2009 |
Dangerous liaisons: a report arising from a CMC investigation into allegations of police misconduct (Operation Capri)Operation Capri revealed multiple incidents of police misconduct, mainly relating to the involvement of police officers with a criminal informant. |
| 2009-06-02T06:00:00+10:00 06.2009 |
Perceptions of misconduct in Queensland correctional institutions: a survey of custodial officersSurvey findings examining perceptions of official misconduct in Queensland correctional institutions. |
| 2009-04-01T10:00:00+10:00 04.2009 |
Public perceptions of the Queensland Police Service: findings from the 2008 Public Attitudes SurveyPresents key findings of the latest survey of public perceptions of the Queensland Police Service and identifies interesting changes over time. |
| 2009-04-01T10:00:00+10:00 04.2009 |
Interactions between police and young peopleThree 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. |
| 2008-12-01T10:00:00+10:00 12.2008 |
Public duty, private interests: Issues in pre-separation conduct and post-separation employment for the Queensland public sectorThis account of the investigation of possible misconduct by Scott Flavell, former Director-General of the Department of Employment and Training also examines how the prospect of future private sector employment could influence public officials and compromise good government administration. It contains recommendations for policy and legislative reform relative to these issues. |
| 2008-11-01T11:00:00+10:00 11.2008 |
The ethical perceptions and attitudes of Queensland Police Service recruits and first year constables, 1995–2008Report on the 1995–2008 survey of ethical attitudes and perceptions of junior QPS officers; survey is a barometer of the ethical culture of the QPS. |
| 2008-08-01T10:00:00+10:00 08.2008 |
Exploring drug use II: Drug use by hospital emergency department patients2005 re-examination of the nature and extent of alcohol and drug use among patients attending the Gold Coast Hospital Emergency Department. |
| 2008-05-01T10:00:00+10:00 05.2008 |
Policing public order: a review of the public nuisance offenceThe CMC found that the public nuisance law is being used fairly and effectively, with police taking action to respond to growing community concerns about anti-social behaviour, especially where alcohol is concerned. The report makes some recommendations about issues such as police discretion, offensive language and public urination. |
| 2008-02-29T23:00:00+10:00 02.2008 |
How the criminal justice system handles allegations of sexual abuse: A review of the implementation of the recommendations of the Seeking justice reportReview of the implementation of the recommendations of the 'Seeking justice' report on how the QPS and DPP handle sexual abuse offences. |
| 2008-02-29T23:00:00+10:00 02.2008 |
Drugs and crime: Trends among watch-house detaineesDrug use patterns and criminal behaviour of detainees from various watch-houses in Queensland, New South Wales, Western Australia and South Australia. |
| 2007-11-01T20:00:00+10:00 11.2007 |
The Queensland Police Dog Squad: A CMC review of complaints and bite incidentsAnalysis of complaints about bites by QPS dogs between 1999 and 2006. |
| 2007-09-01T10:00:00+10:00 09.2007 |
Public perceptions of the Queensland public service and local government: findings from the 2005 Public Attitudes SurveyThis report presents findings of the 2005 Public Attitudes Survey relating to the Queensland public service and local government. |
| 2007-06-01T10:00:00+10:00 06.2007 |
Reforming child protection in Queensland: A review of the implementation of recommendations contained in the CMC's Protecting children reportReview of the implementation of recommendations made in the CMC’s Protecting Children report. |
| 2007-02-01T11:00:00+10:00 02.2007 |
The Princess Alexandra Hospital Police Beat: an evaluation by the CMCCMC evaluation of the Princess Alexandra Hospital Police Beat indicates it is an encouraging example of what can be achieved, even within a complex environment such as a hospital. |
| 2007-02-01T10:00:00+10:00 02.2007 |
Alleged police assault of Aurukun resident Warren Bell: a report from the CMCThis report presents the CMC's findings regarding an allegation of police assault made in January 2007 by Aurukun resident Warren Bell. |
| 2006-12-01T11:00:00+10:00 12.2006 |
Profiling the Queensland amphetamine marketCharacteristics of amphetamine users and their perceptions of law enforcement; report assesses the impact of law enforcement acitivity on the amphetamine market in Queensland. |
| 2006-10-01T20:00:00+10:00 10.2006 |
Actions and reactions at The Prince Charles Hospital: report of a CMC investigation into allegations flowing from the appointment of a nursing directorExtensive 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. |
| 2006-10-01T10:00:00+10:00 10.2006 |
CMC investigations into allegations affecting the Douglas Shire Council: a synopsisThis synopsis details the results of investigations conducted by the CMC into numerous allegations against the mayor, councillors, and council officers of the Douglas Shire Council, as well as complaints by the mayor and CEO. |
| 2006-10-01T10:00:00+10:00 10.2006 |
Regulating outcall prostitution: Should legal outcall prostitution services be extended to licensed brothels and independent escort agencies?Focuses on whether the five aims of the Prostitution Act, as nominated by the Queensland Government when the Bill was introduced, had been achieved. |
| 2006-06-01T20:00:00+10:00 06.2006 |
Public perceptions of the QPS: findings from the 2005 Public Attitudes SurveyThis report presents findings of the 2005 Public Attitudes Survey relating to the QPS. |
| 2006-05-01T10:00:00+10:00 05.2006 |
Independence, influence and integrity in local government: a CMC inquiry into the 2004 Gold Coast City Council electionThis report presents the findings of the Commission's public inquiry into allegations of official misconduct of some candidates and others during the Gold Coast City Council election in March 2004. It also examines the adequacy of existing legislation in relation to the conduct of local government elections. |
| 2005-10-01T10:00:00+10:00 10.2005 |
OC spray: oleoresin capsicum (OC) spray use by Queensland policeOleoresin capsicum (OC) spray is a relatively new use-of-force option for Queensland police. The spray is now used commonly by police to help them deal with volatile situations and aggressive people. This report formally assesses the risks of using OC spray and determines its overall effectiveness. |
| 2005-09-01T10:00:00+10:00 09.2005 |
Police powers and VSM: a reviewThis 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. |
| 2005-08-01T10:00:00+10:00 08.2005 |
The arrest of Samuel Hogan: a CMC investigationThis report examines the serious injury of a young man while being arrested by two Cairns police officers. While it exonerates the officers from wrongdoing, it calls on the QPS to re-examine its procedures in relation to the detention of people suffering from a mental illness and the monitoring of anyone who has been subjected to a neck restraint. |
| 2005-07-01T10:00:00+10:00 07.2005 |
Report of an investigation into the appointment of the Queensland Information CommissionerIn this report the CMC examines the issues raised concerning the circumstances in which Ms Cathi Taylor was appointed Queensland Information Commissioner in February 2005. |
| 2005-05-01T10:00:00+10:00 05.2005 |
Problem-oriented policing in a detective environment: a Queensland case studyThis 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 |
| 2005-03-01T11:00:00+10:00 03.2005 |
Policing domestic violence: report summarySummary of the report 'Meeting the challenges' on the issues that confront police dealing with domestic violence. |
| 2005-03-01T11:00:00+10:00 03.2005 |
Policing domestic violence in Queensland: meeting the challengesThe report looks at the challenges that confront police and identifies potential strategies to improve their effectiveness and efficiency. |
| 2005-03-01T10:00:00+10:00 03.2005 |
Palm Island bribery allegationReport of a CMC investigation into an offer made by the Premier of Queensland to the Palm Island Aboriginal Council |
| 2005-03-01T10:00:00+10:00 03.2005 |
Palm Island airfare controversyA report on the CMC investigation into allegations of official misconduct in respect of travel arrangements authorised by the former Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Policy. |
| 2004-12-01T11:00:00+10:00 12.2004 |
Regulating prostitution: an evaluation of the Prostitution Act 1999 (Qld)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. |
| 2004-12-01T10:00:00+10:00 12.2004 |
Regulating adult entertainment: a review of the live adult entertainment industry in QueenslandCMC evaluation of regulatory framework for live adult entertainment shows that the current system works well, but should be strengthened and extended to minimise opportunities to exploit minors, reduce negative impacts on the community and deter organised crime. |
| 2004-12-01T09:00:00+10:00 12.2004 |
Striking a balance: an inquiry into media access to police communicationsReport into media access to police radio systems. |
| 2004-10-01T10:00:00+10:00 10.2004 |
Exploring drug use: prevalence and patterns among emergency department patientsThis 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. |
| 2004-08-01T10:00:00+10:00 08.2004 |
The Tugun Bypass investigationThe CMC has tabled in parliament a report into an investigation of complaints that officers of the Department of Main Roads had breached the conventions for how officials of the state public service should behave during election campaigns. While determining that no official misconduct occurred, the CMC found that the letter delivered by officers of the Department of Main Roads in relation to the Tugun Bypass proposal did breach the proper practice of departments, as set out in the Queensland Cabinet handbook. Accordingly, the CMC has made four recommendations designed to achieve full compliance with the accepted conventions. |
| 2004-07-01T10:00:00+10:00 07.2004 |
Profiling the Queensland public sector: functions, risks and misconduct resistance strategiesThis 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. |
| 2004-05-01T10:00:00+10:00 05.2004 |
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 airportReport 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. |
| 2004-04-01T10:00:00+10:00 04.2004 |
Listening in: results of a CMC audit of police interview tapesThis report presents findings from an audit of police interview audio tapes — the second one conducted since 1999 — involving people suspected of having committed indictable offences. This audit has been conducted as part of the Crime and Misconduct Commission’s function of undertaking research into police powers and the use of those powers. |
| 2004-03-01T10:00:00+10:00 03.2004 |
Brisbane River flood levels: a CMC report on the Brisbane City Council’s handling of flood study reportsA 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. |
| 2004-01-01T22:00:00+10:00 01.2004 |
The prosecution of Pauline Hanson and David Ettridge: a report on an inquiry into issues raised in a resolution of ParliamentInvestigation of allegations of unfairness in the proceedings and political interference in the prosecution of Pauline Hanson and David Ettridge. |
| 2004-01-01T11:00:00+10:00 01.2004 |
Protecting children: report summarySummary of the CMC’s Protecting children (2004) report on the abuse of children in foster care in Queensland; includes recommendations. |
| 2004-01-01T11:00:00+10:00 01.2004 |
Protecting children: an inquiry into abuse of children in foster careReport of an inquiry into Queensland's foster care system. Recommendations for reform include the call for a new Department of Child Safety dedicated exclusively to protecting the rights of children, particularly those in foster care. |
| 2004-01-01T10:00:00+10:00 01.2004 |
Patterns of amphetamine use: initial findings from the Amphetamines in Queensland research projectCriminal 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. |
| 2003-11-01T14:00:00+10:00 11.2003 |
An investigation of matters relating to the conduct of the Hon. Ken Hayward MPInvestigation into allegations of improper actions regarding transactions between government agencies and business entities; and misuse of parliamentary travel entitlements. |
| 2003-11-01T10:00:00+10:00 11.2003 |
Public perceptions of the Queensland public sector and local government - 2002 Public attitudes surveyThis 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. |
| 2003-06-02T06:00:00+10:00 06.2003 |
Seeking justice: an inquiry into the handling of sexual offences by the criminal justice systemReport of the findings and recommendations of a CMC public inquiry into the handling of sexual offence matters in the Queensland criminal justice system. |
| 2003-06-01T10:00:00+10:00 06.2003 |
On the beat: an evaluation of beat policing in QueenslandBeat 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. |
| 2003-03-01T10:00:00+10:00 03.2003 |
The Volkers case: examining the conduct of the police and prosecutionReport of a CMC investigation into whether there was any misconduct in the initial police investigation or in the prosecution’s decision to drop sexual misconduct charges against swimming coach Scott Volkers before he came to trial. |
| 2003-02-01T20:00:00+10:00 02.2003 |
Public perceptions of the Queensland Police Service - 2002 SurveyThis report presents findings of the 2002 Public Attitudes Survey relating to the QPS. |
| 2002-11-01T11:00:00+10:00 11.2002 |
Spending public money: an investigation into how certain government grants and contracts were awarded to a commercial companyInvestigation into alleged favouritism in the awarding of government contracts and grants to a commercial company. |
| 2001-04-01T10:00:00+10:00 04.2001 |
The Shepherdson Inquiry: an investigation into electoral fraudIndependent public inquiry into allegations of electoral fraud by members of the Queensland branch Australian Labor Party. |
| 1995-05-01T10:00:00+10:00 05.1995 |
Toowoomba Beat Policing Pilot Project: Evaluation reportIn 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 |
| 1995-04-02T01:10:00+10:00 04.1995 |
Report on the sufficiency of funding of the Legal Aid Commission in Queensland and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, QueenslandThis report examines the funding of the DPP and the Legal Aid Commission in Queensland. |
| 1995-01-01T22:55:00+10:00 01.1995 |
Telecommunications interception and criminal investigation in Queensland: a reportThis report considers whether the QPS and CJC should have the power to intercept telecommunications in certain prescribed circumstances. Mr Fitzgerald QC, in the Report of the Commission of Inquiry (1989), identified this as one of the issues which should be considered in any comprehensive review of powers relevant to law enforcement in Queensland. He also observed that the CJC was likely to require the power to intercept telecommunications to enable it to discharge its functions effectively. |
