New Zealand'Bold frauds on a grand scale'The alleged conman who carried out "bold frauds on a grand scale" says he is the victim.27 Nov 02:17 AM
New ZealandDNA makes mark on crimeAsystem which uses "synthetic DNA" to tag personal property has been distributed to 600 homes in a Hamilton suburb to combat burglaries.20 Nov 04:30 PM
WorldKiller convicted but groom resisting trialTwo years after Anni Dewani's life brutally ended on her honeymoon, her killer was convicted yesterday.20 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandSportsmen convicted in drugs plotFive men with links to Auckland sport and the underworld have been convicted of trying to buy a huge stash of P in Tonga. But it never existed.20 Nov 04:30 PM
WorldSuspect's dark past revealedSarah Cafferkey made a fatal mistake when she befriended Steven Hunter and kept in touch over Facebook.20 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandDate set for alleged fraudster's fateThe man at the centre of an alleged $3 million fraud case will discover his fate in two weeks.18 Nov 10:15 PM
OpinionDeborah Coddington: NZ needs sex offenders' register"Sixteen years ago when I released the first sex offenders' registers in New Zealand and Australia, it seemed the world had gone mad," wrties Deborah Coddington.18 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandPolice lift game on abuse inquiriesThe police force has pledged not to let children suffer because of its failures, after a damning report on backlogs.18 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandLawyers: Heroes or villains?The untimely death of top lawyer Greg King has focused attention on one of society's most unpopular jobs. Jared Savage examines the case for the defence.16 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandAlleged conman's 'think big' convictionLoizos Michaels convinced people to "think big" and believe in his investment plans - before he fleeced them of more than $3 million, a court has heard.16 Nov 06:06 AM
New ZealandTamihere hearing delayed for six monthsA hearing on whether convicted killer David Tamihere breached his parole by flying over an historic Coromandel murder scene has been delayed for six months.14 Nov 10:23 PM
New ZealandSkyCity takeover plans detailed in courtThe former chief executive of Christchurch Casino had plans to take over SkyCity with backing from National Party president Peter Goodfellow, says an alleged conman.14 Nov 08:30 PM
New ZealandFraud accused points to officialsTwo senior National Party figures were involved in plans to apply for a casino licence, an alleged conman says.13 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandAlleged road rage stabbing over in minutesAn attack on a young father who died after being stabbed took just minutes, witnesses told a court yesterday.13 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandHello Sailor musician back in courtHello Sailor frontman Graham Brazier has been back in court, accused of assaulting a woman.12 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandInquest after 'he did it' message findThe death of a New Zealand woman in Sydney is to be looked at by the coroner after a private investigation by her family.12 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionEditorial: State needs option of civil casesEditorial: A financial penalty can bring as much public dishonour as a criminal conviction for an offending company or individual, and so it should.12 Nov 04:29 PM
New ZealandWhite collar penalties 'favour offenders'The Law Commission has raised concerns that the increasing use of financial penalties to punish white-collar criminals means they are being treated more favourably.11 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandTougher bail laws to cover teensA bill tightening bail laws for killers and repeat offenders is being toughened by making it harder for 18- and 19-year-olds to avoid custody.09 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionSir Bob Jones: Bain case disgraceThe continuing obstinacy of courts, police and government is thankfully no match for the determination of Joe Karam, writes Sir Bob Jones.05 Nov 04:30 PM
BusinessHart edges closer to bankruptcyEmbattled criminal lawyer Barry Hart is now facing bankruptcy and is being forced from of his last property following a failed bid for damages from ANZ.02 Nov 04:37 AM
New ZealandCops in gang case may be chargedPolice officers who crossed a legal line to pursue gang members are the focus of an internal investigation which could lead to criminal charges.01 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandJudge calls for family violence chargeThe Minister of Justice will consider making domestic violence a standalone criminal offence, but it appears any changes would not be likely to happen any time soon.01 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionTime for inquiry on police actionsIt is time for an independent review of the way in which the NZ Police carry out search and surveillance operations against New Zealanders, wites Catriona MacClennan.28 Oct 04:30 PM
OpinionMatt McCarten: Deadly errors no problem for officials on pedestalMatt McCarten looks at the line between those employed as public servants and their accountabilities.27 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandCrusher Collins' eye on reformAs Police Minister, Judith Collins made an ally of the metal crushers, took on the boy racers and won.26 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandJudges respond to criticsFor Justice Helen Winkelmann, the justice system is already open and responsive to criticism.26 Oct 04:30 PM