NCJ Number
226089
Date Published
October 2008
Length
101 pages
Annotation
This 2007-08 Annual report of Queensland’s (Australia) Crime and Misconduct Commission (CMC) reports on its key achievements in combating crime, promoting public-sector integrity, and protecting witnesses; and its plans for 2008-09 are outlined.
Abstract
Key achievements in preventing and combating crime included dismantling two complex organized criminal networks, significantly disrupting the criminal activities of two outlaw motorcycle gang chapters, effective child sexual exploitation investigations, and an expansion of the seizure of assets from the proceeds of crime. In its efforts to address public-sector corruption and misconduct, the CMC, in a long-running investigation, brought further charges against a former government minister for receiving corrupt payments. In-depth examinations of 90 public-sector agencies were concluded, resulting in recommendations for enhancing their capacity to prevent and address misconduct. Major efforts were launched to prevent public-sector corruption through education, training, and technical assistance. In providing an effective witness protection service, the CMC ensured that all protected witnesses were kept safe and able to give evidence in court, resulting in a 100-percent success rate for the 20th successive year. Regarding engagement in public policy assessment, the CMC reviewed Queensland’s public nuisance offense and found that the principal focus of the offense was on managing the behaviors of “party people” and that this focus had strengthened over time in response to community concerns around public order. Also during 2007-08, CMC reviewed the organization’s strategic direction, undertook an infrastructure project to ensure the successful relocation of CNC in 2008-09, and created a workforce management committee to address the consequences of a difficult labor market. This report also includes a financial summary and police service reviews. Appendix