Why public confidence in the police and justice system is plunging
Public confidence in the police and justice system in New South Wales has reached its lowest level in over a decade. A recent survey revealed that only 54% of residents believe the criminal justice system effectively brings offenders to justice. Factors contributing to this decline include pandemic-related enforcement issues, increased media scrutiny, and concerns over domestic violence and youth crime.
- ▪Only 54% of people are confident that the criminal justice system brings offenders to justice.
- ▪Confidence in the NSW Police has significantly declined, with only 56% believing they meet the needs of victims.
- ▪Perceptions of rising crime rates are negatively impacting community trust in police, despite stable crime statistics.
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