The OFPS and the OCC are part of the Ministry of the Solicitor General and are accountable to the Minister of the Solicitor General. The Deputy Solicitor General, Community Safety provides direction on administrative matters.

The Death Investigation Oversight Council (DIOC) ensures that death investigation services are effective and accountable. As an independent advisory agency, DIOC provides oversight of the OFPS and OCC, administers a public complaints process, and provides advice and recommendations to the chief coroner and chief forensic pathologist.