Guiding the highest standards of judicial behaviour

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We deal with complaints about Victorian judicial officers and Victorian Civil & Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) members. This includes judges, magistrates, coroners and judicial registrars.

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The Judicial Commission of Victoria has been recognised at the 2025 Australasian Reporting Awards (ARA), claiming a Silver Award.

The ARA promotes best practice in reporting standards and recognises excellence in reporting across the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. 

 

 

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You can read more about the 2025 Australasian Reporting Awards and the Commission's claiming of a Silver Award, in the Commission's statement published 27 June 2025.

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Guiding the highest standards

We develop guidelines to help all judicial officers and VCAT members maintain high standards of behaviour. We consider these guidelines when investigating complaints about conduct.

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Wellbeing in the complaints process

We’re dedicated to supporting everyone’s wellbeing in the complaints process. Our complaints team provides support to make a complaint and can refer people on to support services if required.

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Promoting safe and respectful Victorian courtrooms

  • Maintain public confidence and trust in Victorian courts and VCAT.

  • Guide the highest standards of judicial behaviour.

  • Deliver a fair and transparent way of resolving complaints.

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