The South Australian justice system is responsible for law reform, policy, policing, legal support, courts, alternative dispute resolution and corrections.
The Attorney-General's Department plays an important role in ensuring that South Australia’s justice system is fair, accessible, modern, efficient and effective. This includes drafting laws, forensic testing, developing policies for a safer community and providing legal services to the Government of South Australia.
South Australia's Justice Agenda highlights the work that has been done to date and lays the foundations for work yet to come.
Forensic Science SA provides independent and expert scientific opinions and evidence to the justice system.
Information about the high quality legal services provided to the Government of South Australia.
A review into the sentencing discounts for guilty pleas and cooperation with authorities.
Independent bodies that the department supports to foster an efficient and fair justice system.
The law related to nitrous oxide has been updated to include new penalties for its sale in brick and mortar stores and online businesses.
About the role of the Director of Public Prosecutions in prosecuting serious criminal offences.
The current legislative priorities for the Attorney-General and the department.
Find project information and final reports for reviews, reforms and legal initiatives we have completed.
