Episode 4 - going to court in Queensland

Victim pathways

This series, Victim Pathways, provides information and support to adults who have experienced sexual violence in Queensland, or people who support victims of sexual violence.

This is episode 4, in a series of 5 episodes, developed by the Office of the Victims' Commissioner.

It is hosted by Australian Journalist and victim advocate Kay McGrath OAM in collaboration with Liz from the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions and Queensland’s Chief Judge for the District Court, the Honourable Brian Deveraux. It is a safe and easy- to-understand resource that can be accessed at any time.

The fourth episode talks about:

• what happens if the person who hurt you is charged
• information about the different courts in Queensland
• what happens if your case goes to trial
• what happens in court
• what is the role of the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions?
• what is the role of a magistrate, a judge and a justice?

Before listening to this episode, please be aware that this podcast includes information about confronting topics like rape and domestic violence:

• the podcast contains references to sexual violence
• the podcast is for adults who have experienced sexual violence in Queensland
• the podcast is not suitable to listen to around children.

Remember, support is available if you find the content of the podcast upsetting. You can call the Sexual Assault Helpline on 1800 010 120 who are available 7 days a week between 7:30am – 11:30pm.

Contact details of the organisation included in this podcast:

• Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions on 1800 673 428.