Who were our first criminals and what were their crimes? Find out in our convict database.
Incarceration, solitary confinement, corporal and capital punishment were all practised at Fremantle Prison during its history.
Understanding of and attitudes towards what constitutes a criminal act and how that act should be punished has changed substantially over time. Comparisons between the types of crimes committed and the type and length of sentence across time can provide evidence not only of changes in society itself but also in the general philosophy of criminal and social justice.
Over time, the Fremantle Prison hopes to explore this fascinating area in more depth by providing you with access to information, including links to other web sites, about crime and punishment.