Court
'I want her to die': Man's vicious attack on wife in McDonald's revealed
Mitesh Kumar's attack on his wife lasted more than seven minutes, and only stopped when police arrived at the scene.
Three likely outcomes from appeal into Fuller-Sandys case - PI
A private investigator says there are three likely outcomes from the upcoming Court of Appeal hearing into the killing of Deane Fuller-Sandys.Tim McKinnel became intrigued by the case after being… Audio
From Colombia to Canterbury: Pair sentenced for coke ring roles
Two people have been jailed for their part in a multi-million-dollar Colombian cocaine smuggling ring that used farm workers as cover to import the drug into New Zealand.
What to know as Alec Baldwin's Rust shooting trial begins
Baldwin faces involuntary manslaughter charges, which he denies. The trial will determine whether he should be held criminally liable in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.
Rau Tongia murder trial: Defence questions police judgement on client
Police already believed one of the accused had killed Rau Tongia, despite messages from another woman declaring she wanted to kill Tongia, a trial has heard.
'Absolutely shocking': Chained and starving dog suffered for months
The dog, named Saint, did not have access to water, was severely emaciated and had pressure wounds across his body when the SPCA found him.
Woman accused of assaulting teen with metal rod remanded in custody
The woman appeared in the Manukau District Court on Tuesday and was remanded in custody without plea.
NZ lawyer cleared of wrongdoing for conduct in Australian courtroom
The man called an Australian judge lazy and attacked the reputation of opposing counsel.
Domino's franchise owner gets home d on migrant exploitation charges
A Domino's pizza franchise owner has been sentenced to 10 months home detention on six migrant exploitation charges in Christchurch District Court on Tuesday.
Northland businesses consider class action against Transpower
A Northland law firm is looking to launch a class action lawsuit against Transpower for damages after last month's widespread power outages. Transpower is refusing to compensate Northland businesses… Audio
Three men jailed for roles in importation millions of dollars of cocaine from Colombia
The men were part of a much larger drug syndicate responsible for importing and distributing nearly 100kg of cocaine, with an estimated street value of $45 million.
Former NZ sports star charged with posting 'nude images' of woman without consent
The man faces four charges of posting "an intimate visual recording", according to court documents.
Giuliani disbarred in New York over lies on Trump's election loss
Rudy Giuliani, who had his New York law license suspended in 2021 for making false statements around the election, is no longer allowed to practice law in the state.
Power boat skipper who crashed into ferry must pay $130k to victims
The ferry's skipper was left with critical head and spinal injuries while a passenger was thrown into the water before the vessel sank.
Man pleads not guilty to murdering 10-month-old baby Mustafa Ali
Baby Mustafa was taken unconscious to Te Kūiti Hospital in June and died.
Man accused of murdering Dunedin resident Gurjit Singh in court
His trial is expected next November after he pleaded not guilty to murder.
US Court rules Trump can claim immunity for presidential acts
The U-S Supreme Court has ruled Donald Trump may claim immunity from criminal prosecution for some of the actions he took as president. In a six-to-three decision, the court determined that presidents… Audio
Justice officials investigate courthouse attack on a lawyer in Levin
It's prompted the Law Society to make a plea for increased safety measures in courthouses nationwide.
Oranga Tamariki treating lawyers as 'safety net'
The agency' social workers have "genuine fear and concern" around court - even though that is one of their core statutory roles.
'I'll sue you': Trespassed realtor threatened to sue tenant
When a foreign affairs staffer heard that Saudi Arabian officials were going to view his rented apartment he had his landlord trespassed after she refused to recognise his security concerns.