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The last 12 months has tested businesses, including the CDPP, to become more agile to effectively deliver services throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Philip Blowers was sentenced to 5 years imprisonment, with a non-parole period of 2 years and 8 months for offences relating to child abuse material.

A CDPP appeal against the inadequacy of a fine in relation to breaches of maritime safety of a tourist-carrying vessel succeeds.

The fourth edition contains updates to a number of chapters and reflects the law as at 1 December 2020.

The CDPP provides advice to help investigation agencies gather evidence required to bring cases before the courts.

The CDPP contributes to a fair, safe and just society by successfully prosecuting crimes against Commonwealth law.

Educating the community about the consequences of breaking criminal law sends a strong message of deterrence to potential offenders.

Corporate Plan

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31 July 2020

12 May 2020

1 April 2020

29 January 2020