This review considers the appropriate statutory maximum penalties for the offences of breaching a family violence intervention order, a stalking intervention order and a family violence safety notice. The review will also consider sentencing practices for the offence of breaching an intervention order.

Part of the Sentencing Advisory Council's role is in educating and informing the public about sentencing issues.

Reviewing the existing research literature on public opinion and sentencing to inform the Council's consultation strategy and to ensure best practice in its approach to gauging public opinion.

The Attorney-General has asked the Sentencing Advisory Council to provide advice on sentencing for offences motivated by hatred or prejudice.

The Attorney-General is seeking advice from the Sentencing Advisory Council on the options for addressing the consequences and implications of a number of recent Court of Appeal decisions in respect of the impact of parole revocation and confiscation orders on the determination of sentence.

The Attorney-General has sought advice from the Sentencing Advisory Council on the adequacy of the current maximum penalties that apply to the different circumstances in which the offence of sexual penetration of a child under the age of 16 may be committed.

The Sentencing Advisory Council, in conjunction with the Curriculum Corporation, has adapted our very popular You be the Judge seminars into curriculum materials for VCE Legal Studies and Years 9 and 10 (VELS Level 6) students.