The South Australian justice system is made up of a number of entities with responsibilities 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.
How laws are made and changed, and current legislative priorities for the department.
About the independent bodies that the department supports to foster an efficient and fair justice system.
Information about the high quality legal services provided to the Government of South Australia.
About the role of the Director of Public Prosecutions in prosecuting serious criminal offences.
Forensic Science SA provides independent and expert scientific opinions and evidence to the justice system.
Information about the department's initiatives, programs and grants to prevent crime in our community.
