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We work with offenders in the community

Community Corrections works with offenders who are on community based orders.

Community Corrections is a division of the Department of Justice. It contributes to a safe, fair and just Tasmania. It provides support and accountability to inspire positive change in offenders’ lives.

Community Corrections has offices state-wide.

The role of Community Corrections

Community Corrections supports non-custodial sentencing options including:

  • Parole Orders
  • Drug Treatment Orders (through the Court Diversion Program)
  • Community Correction Orders, which can include supervision and / or community service
  • Home Detention Orders

Our activities include:

  • preparing assessments and reports for the Magistrates and Supreme Courts and the Parole Board
  • case managing and supporting offenders
  • providing programs and interventions to reduce re-offending
  • working with stakeholders to assist with offender rehabilitation and reintegration
  • supervising compliance with community based orders returning offenders to court in response to order non-compliance

Our mission

We work with offenders on community based orders to reduce re-offending and contribute to a safer Tasmania.

Our vision

With the trust and confidence of the public, Community Corrections will help protect Tasmanians by:

  • ensuring compliance and supervision for people on community based orders
  • working with offenders to develop pro-social behaviour, and
  • working with the community to provide opportunities for reintegration

Community Corrections supports the goals of Changing lives, creating futures: A Strategic Plan for Corrections in Tasmania 2023.

Last updated: 9 June 2023