relating to the accused and his or her offending behaviour. Elders and Respected Persons provide information on the background of the accused and possible reasons for offending behaviour. They may also explain relevant kinship connections, how particular crimes have affected the Indigenous community and provide advice on cultural practices, protocols and perspectives relevant to sentencing. The same sentencing law, however, applies in the County Koori Court as applies in the mainstream County Court. Chief Judge of the County Court of Victoria Peter Kidd was appointed County Court Chief Judge on 8 September 2015. Kidd is a member of the Courts Council, and a Justice of the Supreme Court of Victoria. Past Chief Judges of the County Court of Victoria: Michael Rozenes 2002 – 2015 Glenn Waldron 1982 – 2002 Desmond Whelan 1975 – 1981 See also Australian court hierarchy References External links County Court of Victoria Victoria (Australia) courts and tribunals 1852 establishments in Australia Courts and tribunals established in 1852