Green crime has generally not been a key focus of policing and prosecuting agencies, both in Australia and internationally. There is now growing international momentum recognizing the importance of prosecuting crimes against the environment effectively. This chapter considers the Australian framework of policing and prosecuting green crime, specifically in the context of international wildlife trafficking cases. Case studies are provided which highlight an inconsistent approach to the investigation and prosecution of wildlife trafficking in Australia and highlight systemic weaknesses consistent with those that have been identified internationally in the fight against wildlife trafficking. It is apparent from the case studies provided that the prosecution of wildlife trafficking matters has been ad hoc and that there is room for improvement. One of the ways green crime can be more effectively targeted is by addressing the financial elements of wildlife trafficking and ensuring that it is not profitable. International examples are provided to highlight the need for “follow the money” approaches to green crime in Australia.

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Policing and Prosecuting Green Crime in Australia

  • Megan C. Styles

摘要

Green crime has generally not been a key focus of policing and prosecuting agencies, both in Australia and internationally. There is now growing international momentum recognizing the importance of prosecuting crimes against the environment effectively. This chapter considers the Australian framework of policing and prosecuting green crime, specifically in the context of international wildlife trafficking cases. Case studies are provided which highlight an inconsistent approach to the investigation and prosecution of wildlife trafficking in Australia and highlight systemic weaknesses consistent with those that have been identified internationally in the fight against wildlife trafficking. It is apparent from the case studies provided that the prosecution of wildlife trafficking matters has been ad hoc and that there is room for improvement. One of the ways green crime can be more effectively targeted is by addressing the financial elements of wildlife trafficking and ensuring that it is not profitable. International examples are provided to highlight the need for “follow the money” approaches to green crime in Australia.