What is the nature of the relationship between the Commissioner for Law Enforcement Data Security and Victoria Police?
The Commissioner for Law Enforcement Data Security is an independent statutory office established under the Commissioner for Law Enforcement Data Security Act 2005 (‘Act’). It is separate from, and independent of, Victoria Police. Due to the nature of the role, however, the Commissioner for Law Enforcement Data Security liaises closely with Victoria Police on matters concerning law enforcement data security. Further, the Act provides that the Commissionermust consult with the Chief Commissioner of Police when establishing appropriate standards and protocols for the security and integrity of law enforcement data systems and access to, and release of, law enforcement data. In addition, the Commissioner is given authority under the Act to request the Chief Commissioner of Police to provide any assistance that the Commissioner for Law Enforcement Data considers appropriate to perform his or her functions,including the provision of staff and facilities.
