Legal and justice information
Crime, prevention and reporting
Find out how to prevent or report a crime, including card fraud, identity theft and graffiti. Support services are available if you are the victim of a crime.
Youth Justice
Youth Justice NSW is a free service that helps young people and their families understand the justice system. Youth Justice can answer questions about the law and provide the support young people need to get back on track.
Going to court and mediation
Find out what to expect if you go to court, serve jury service or how to resolve a dispute outside of court through mediation.
Latest legal and justice updates
Media release
12 March 2024
The NSW Government has today announced a $26.2 million package of reforms and initiatives to support community safety and wellbeing, particularly in regional NSW, with a focus on strengthening early intervention and prevention programs for young people.
Recent legal and justice publications
Department of Communities and Justice | 15 January 2024
Youth Justice Remand Intervention and Bail Services Factsheet
Youth Justice NSW | 11 May 2023
Working with LGBTQIA+ Young People Policy
Youth Justice NSW | 30 April 2023
Guidelines for the provision of assistance after leaving out-of-home care
Department of Communities and Justice | 15 February 2023
Admissions CIMS Checklist
Youth Justice NSW | 25 August 2022