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Sentencing, prisons and probation

Being charged with an offence

What happens when you are charged, understanding your charge sheet and police prosecution file.

Applying for bail

What is bail and how to apply, including what the court considers when granting bail and what happens if you breach your bail conditions.

Accessing data and conducting research about corrective services

How to find data about QCS, as well as information about the process for undertaking research with QCS.

Sentencing, probation and parole

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Appealing a court decision

How to appeal a court decision, including who can appeal and time limits for appealing.

Young people and the justice system

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the justice system

Support through the justice system for Indigenous Queenslanders.

Rehabilitation and community service

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