Alcohol rules and restrictions
Permits and alcohol rules in general restricted areas (GRA)
Get information on applying for permits and community alcohol management plans.
Alcohol in the NT
Rules for purchasing and drinking alcohol, and the bans you can get for alcohol related offences.
Liquor licensing for businesses and community groups
If you want to sell, supply or serve alcohol as a business or community group you need to either register or apply for a licence. You must meet legal obligations, including responsible service of alcohol, reporting and accurate record keeping.
Births, deaths and marriages
Courts and tribunals
Crime and the law
Legal processes
Prisons and probation
Your rights
Youth justice
Youth Justice Legislation Amendment Bill 2025
The Bill passed in July 2025.
Youth detention and transfer facilities
The Holtze Youth Detention Centre (HYDC), located in Darwin, is the NT’s only youth detention facility. A separate facility in Alice Springs supports the transfer of young people to HYDC from Central Australia.
Youth justice services
Programs to support positive behavioural change and reduce the risk of reoffending.
Youth arrests and preparing for court
A young person can be arrested by the police if they are alleged or suspected to be involved in an offence.
If they are charged, they may also need to go to court.
Support for families with an at-risk child or young person
Read more about Support for families with an at-risk child or young personReports, census and data
For reports and data, go to the Department of Corrections website.