Tax deductions for prison officers

Prison officers supervise and control the activities of inmates in prisons and other correctional institutions.

Employment Profile

Average weekly pay:          $1,452 
Employment size:               24,500  
Future growth:                    Strong    
Skill level                             Certificate II or III

Typical tax deductions include:

• Motor vehicle travel between different work sites (e.g. prisons), and for training purposes.   
• Phone and internet – work %.  
• Prison uniform, protective clothing and physical training clothing – if unique and distinctive to the Prison Department.  
• Computers, tools and equipment – includes body armour, gauntlets, handcuffs, holders, pouches, and utility belts. 
• Union fees, licences, registrations and subscriptions.  
• Home office running expenses.  
• Sun protection costs including sunglasses, sunscreen, and cosmetics. 
• Self education expenses. 
• Overnight travel expenses attending different workplaces or for training purposes – includes airfares, accommodation and meals.

Non-deductible expenses:

• Costs of maintaining guard dogs or installing security systems for the protection of prison officers and their families. 
• Gym fees to maintain personal fitness. 
• Haircuts, grooming, weight loss programs or supplies – even though the prison department has specific regulations.

Tax Strategies we can assist you with.

Self education expenses
Sunglasses, sunscreens and cosmetics
Computers, tools, equipment and other assets
Protective clothing
Compulsory work uniform
Union fees, licences, registrations and subscriptions
Phone and internet
Motor vehicle expenses: cents per km method
Home office running expenses
Overnight travel expenses