4.2.4 - Role of the Victorian Law Reform Commission (VLRC) Flashcards
1
Q
What does VLRC stand for?
A
Victorian Law Reform Commission
2
Q
What is the VLRC?
A
- an independent body established by the Victorian parliament
- assist with law reform and research in Victoria
3
Q
What do VLRC research into?
A
- existing laws
- proposed new laws
- assessing effectiveness of legislation
- recommend changed to Victorian parliament
4
Q
What are the four steps in the VLRC process?
A
- Referral
- Research
- Report
- Response
5
Q
What is Referral?
A
- VLRC are referred a matter for investigation from the Victorian Attorney general
- Can also refer a minor matter of community concern
6
Q
What is Research?
A
- VLRC undertake a vigorous process of consultation (6 months - 3 years)
7
Q
What is Report?
A
- VLRC prepare a final report for parliament
- Report is submitted to the state Attorney general to be tabled in Vic parliament
- Report contains findings or recommendations for law reform
8
Q
What is Response?
A
- Vic parliament acts (or doesn’t) in response to the report
