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Director of Public Prosecutions Guidelines
On 29 September 2026, the Director of Public Prosecutions released Director's Guidelines. The Director's Guidelines provide a clear and concise statement of prosecutorial obligations and expectations. They form part of a broader framework of prosecutorial guidance available to staff in relation to sexual violence and domestic and family violence offences in particular.
Previous versions of Director's Guidelines remain available for reference only.
Reframing the Relationship
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) Reframing the Relationship Plan (the ODPP Plan), Reframing Relationship Plan on a page, is our commitment to strengthening our relationship with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The ODPP recognises a long-term commitment is required to achieve practical lasting change: building the cultural maturity of ODPP staff; improving experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander complainants and witnesses; and embedding culturally informed practices to contribute to a culturally responsive justice system.
Victims' Right to Review Policy
The Victims’ Right to Review Policy supports victims by giving them the ability to request a review when we decide to discontinue all charges against a defendant relating to a victim. Learn more about your rights to request a review.
Sexual Violence Prosecution Handbook and checklists
The ODPP Sexual Violence Prosecution Handbook is a comprehensive resource that sets out the Director of Public Prosecutions' expectations for the prosecution of sexual violence matters. It is part of a suite of guidance material that provides detailed guidance on processes, decision-making and practice to support consistent, high-quality sexual violence and domestic and family violence prosecutions across the Office.
The ODPP Sexual Violence Prosecution Handbook checklists are practical resources to accompany the Handbook and aid the consistent application of the Handbook. Note: The completion of the checklists by staff is not mandatory, however using the checklists is encouraged to assist the prosecuting team to meet the Director’s commitments and expectations as outlined in the Handbook.
Domestic and Family Violence Prosecution Handbook and checklists
The ODPP Domestic and Family Violence Prosecution Handbook is a comprehensive resource that sets out the Director of Public Prosecutions expectations for the prosecution of domestic and family violence matters. It is part of a suite of guidance material that provides detailed guidance on processes, decision-making and practice to support consistent, high-quality sexual violence and domestic and family violence prosecutions across the Office.
The ODPP Domestic and Family Violence Prosecution Handbook checklists are practical resources to accompany the Handbook and aid the consistent application of the Handbook. Note: The completion of the checklists by staff is not mandatory, however using the checklists is encouraged to assist the prosecuting team to meet the Director’s commitments and expectations as outlined in the Handbook.
Memorandum of Understanding
The ODPP and the Queensland Police Service (QPS) have a Memorandum of Understanding establishing a framework for communication and collaboration between the ODPP and the QPS in sexual offence prosecutions.
"The ODPP upholds high standards in everything we do. That means clear communication with the public, regular performance reporting and information disclosure, and being open to feedback and complaints".
Caroline Marco, Deputy Director, ODPP