Crime and Corruption Commission
CCC
Summary
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The Crime and Corruption Commission was established by the Crime and Corruption Act 2001 with a dual mandate to combat corruption and organised crime in Queensland. The Chairperson is appointed by the Governor-in-Council on the recommendation of the Parliamentary Crime and Corruption Committee to a 5-year non-renewable term. The CCC has broad coercive powers including public and private hearings, search warrants, telecommunications interception, and powers to compel testimony. It is overseen by the Parliamentary Crime and Corruption Committee and reports to Parliament.
Independence Scorecard
| Appointment | Legislative appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 5 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Crime and Corruption Act 2001 (Qld)
- Citation
- Qld Act No. 69 of 2001
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
Queensland public officials, police officers, and persons involved in corruption or major crime; investigates official misconduct and organised crime