Law
Senior prosecutor under investigation over workplace conduct
One of the country's most senior prosecutors is under investigation after complaints about workplace conduct. An investigation has been launched by the Solicitor General, New Zealand's top legal… Audio
'They're going on our vulnerability' - Ministry abuse compensation payment pace criticised
A human rights lawyer is appalled at what she says is cynical behaviour from the Ministry of Social Development when offering compensation to victims of state abuse. Audio
Auditor-general dismisses claims of conflicts of interest by government
The auditor-general has made two rulings regarding potential conflicts of interest and funding allocations by the government.
Vulnerable can't access justice': Law firm calls for pro
A major law firm is pushing for a centralised pro bono system, saying too many people cannot afford access to justice. A number of lawyers and legal firms around the country provide legal advice at no… Audio
Breeder used toilet roll as splint for dog's badly injured leg
A pomeranian breeder has been prosecuted in Nelson for failing to provide appropriate care for her injured dog.
'New Zealand's completely out of step': Geneticist calls for ban on insurers' use of genetic tests
A top geneticist is calling for a ban on insurance companies' ability to use generic tests to justify lifting premiums or denying insurance cover, like in other countries. Audio
Insurance companies accused of using genetic tests to deny coverage, hike premiums
Health professionals say insurance companies are using genetic testing results to discriminate, and new laws are urgently needed.
Crown successful in appealing 501 deportee’s case against returning prisoner legislation
The Court of Appeal has overturned a landmark ruling over the use of the Returning Offenders Act.
Ensuring vulnerable cyclone affected residents get legal help
Community Law is providing free legal help to those with cyclone-related issues. Sue Moroney is the CEO of Community Law, she talks to Jesse about what help can be offered. Audio
New Bill seeks to strengthen sex abuse victims' rights within justice system
Victims of sexual assault will have greater legal protection with a law change that aims to give children and adults better support in the courts. Audio
Protesters accused of gluing themselves to busy Wellington road bailed
The protesters accused of gluing their hands to a busy Wellington road during peak-hour traffic have been released from custody on bail.
IPCA report on Parliament occupation debunks online narratives
The report into police actions during the Parliament occupation details serious allegations of violence against protesters, but also refutes a number of narratives which swept the internet.
IPCA report finds police served public well at Parliament protests, despite failings
The police watchdog has found, despite a number of police failings, officers served the public well in the face of at times "extreme provocation".
US weighs up winners and losers in Dominion win over Fox
Fox executives including Rupert Murdoch may have avoided having to take the stand after it settled the defamation suit taken against it by Dominion Voting Systems, but it now has another law suit… Audio
Posie Parker protest: Police charge man accused of hitting elderly woman in the head
Police have charged a 20-year-old man with assault after an elderly woman was punched in the head during the Posie Parker counter-protest late last month.
No sign of abandoned boat owner one year after vessel washed up
An East Coast harbour master is calling for changes to the country's boat ownership rules after a man abandoned his vessel and successfully evaded authorities for 12 months.
'Historic' win for Cook Islands Cook Islands LGBT+
Cook Islands Parliament has decriminalised homosexuality. Caleb Fotheringham has the story. Audio
'Humiliated': Homeless man arrested for failing to provide an address
A homeless man was arrested and spent 15 hours in a cell for not giving police an address. Now, Lyal Glass has had his conviction quashed by a judge and is seeking damages after being injured in the…
Man's application to be declared legally dead is 'pseudo law'
A man's application to have himself and his five children declared dead has been thrown out by a High Court judge who described the claim as "pseudo law".
Boatie wants greater enforcement after collision
A boatie in Bay of Islands says the rules are constantly being flouted, after a Northland ferry skipper was hit by another vessel.
Bill Elliott is in a critical but stable condition in hospital, and… Audio
