Director of Public Prosecutions

The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) is a statutory officer, appointed by the Governor under the Director of Public Prosecutions Act 1991.

This means the DPP is independent from political or ministerial intervention.

The DPP is appointed to the role for a 7 year term.

Martin Hinton QC is the current Director of Public Prosecutions in South Australia.

Previous DPPs

  • Adam Kimber SC (2012 - 2019)
  • Stephen Pallaras QC (2005 - 2012)
  • Paul Rofe QC (1992 – 2004)

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