Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission
IBAC
Summary
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IBAC was established by the IBAC Act 2011 to investigate and expose corrupt conduct and police misconduct in Victoria. The Commissioner is appointed by the Governor on the recommendation of a joint parliamentary committee to a 5-year non-renewable term. IBAC can conduct public and private examinations, issue compulsory notices, and compel production of documents and testimony. It reports to Parliament via the IBAC Committee and its reports are publicly available. An Inspector provides independent oversight of IBAC.
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
- Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission Act 2011 (Vic)
- Citation
- Vic Act No. 66 of 2011
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
Victorian public officers including ministers, public servants, police, judicial officers, and local government officials