New Zealand'Remorseful' murderer argues that a life prison sentence is unjustWheeler stabbed Richard Wallace to death over drug debt of less than $100.02 Jul 05:00 AM
WorldUS Supreme Court rules Trump has immunity for official, not private actsThe court ruled former presidents do not have immunity for unofficial acts.01 Jul 06:05 PM
CrimeFor two years, influencer who sexually abused teen boys has kept name secret; that may soon changeThe Court of Appeal has upheld his conviction.26 Jun 03:43 AM
KahuCan the courts measure mana? How Māori tikanga is challenging the justice systemTwo recent cases show the courts are still grappling with the concept of mana.25 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandGang member 'squatting' on beachside property takes eviction fight to Supreme CourtKevin Moore has been illegally occupying Māori coastal land for the past 11 years.23 Jun 05:00 PM
CrimeThree courts rule conviction remains for man who attempted to rape friendThe man took his case all the way to the Supreme Court... and lost.19 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandMan accused of child rape won't be retried after convictions quashedThe complainant told police she did not want to pursue a second trial.18 Jun 11:13 PM
New ZealandSupreme Court: Minister was wrong to cancel woman’s passport based on terrorism fears'The briefing paper was not fair, accurate and adequate.'04 Jun 11:42 PM
New Zealand'Deeply disheartened': Govt puts aside $3.6m to fight Nelson Tenths decision before it’s landed'Planning an appeal before the decision is released risks undermining the process.'04 Jun 02:45 AM
BusinessSupreme Court knocks out Grahame Christian's defamation caseThe final ruling follows High Court and Court of Appeal decisions.21 May 02:25 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSasha BorissenkoA tongue-in-cheek look into judges' perksOPINION: Judges get long periods of time off and travel paid for by the state.05 May 03:00 AM
New ZealandEnd of the road: Highest court rejects serial rapist and killer Malcolm Rewa's appeal bidLawyers wanted the Supreme Court to hear his case but it has declined.01 May 11:28 PM
New ZealandSenior judges’ perks revealed, including Crown limos, free flights for partnersJudge's perks include chauffeur-driven cars and free flights.30 Apr 05:02 AM
New ZealandSupreme Court decision to name sex offender a ‘massive victory’, survivors sayThe man raped and sexually assaulted six women. His name can be published on June 14.25 Apr 10:11 PM
New ZealandGang hopeful wins Supreme Court case, manslaughter conviction to be quashedJustin Burke has maintained he didn't know Shayne Heappey would be stabbed.22 Apr 02:33 AM
New ZealandBlack Power veteran illegally 'squatting' on coastal land eyes another round in eviction fightKevin Moore claims he is tangata whenua and refuses to move from the beachside property.18 Apr 08:00 AM
New Zealand'Bitterly disappointed:' Mum caring for disabled son isn't classified as homeworkerA new Court of Appeal ruling means the woman won't be entitled to backpay or compensation.16 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice arrest man after NZ lawyer's death in SydneyMitch East, 28, was hit by a car as he stepped out of an Uber early last Sunday.22 Mar 04:19 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and finance$159m claims against Mainzeal, Shipley settles $6.6m paymentBDO got 1408 creditor claims against Mainzeal and continues to pay money.21 Mar 07:38 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGovt stops putting general Treaty of Waitangi clauses in legislationNZ First wants Treaty matters decided by Parliament, not the courts.12 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRoger Partridge: We need to talk about the turning point for our Supreme CourtOPINION: Jack Hodder’s commentary is not just food for thought.06 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandSupreme Court case raises questions of police powers, lawyer saysPrivacy and human rights at heart of appeal after police use photo for evidence.06 Mar 08:20 AM
New ZealandReleased rapist and killer still 'high risk' after serving all of 20-year jail termBasil Mist offended against five girls aged 7 to 15 and killed his girlfriend.06 Mar 05:00 AM
WorldDate set for discussions on possible prosecution of Trump for election interferenceThe Supreme Court will come to a decision no later than June.29 Feb 01:55 AM
New ZealandAppeal denied for killer who climbed in bed between dead flatmate and sleeping girlfriendJianxin Tu has been denied a final appeal against his sentence of life in prison.26 Feb 07:26 AM
New ZealandJailed rapist claims sexsomnia made him offend, Supreme Court to hear his caseHe maintains he was asleep when he raped the woman and has no memory of the attack.20 Feb 06:00 AM
New ZealandProsecution of property developer pointless, judge saysCharges against Dave Henderson described as "waste of taxpayers' money" by judge.16 Feb 11:00 PM
KahuTrans-Tasman Resources backs fast-track consent billThe company wants to mine ironsands from the South Taranaki seabed.15 Feb 07:28 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRoger Partridge: Supreme Court surprise in climate change caseOPINION: The outcome will see millions of dollars in legal fees consumed.14 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandIwi leader wins the right to sue seven big pollutersMike Smith gets his day in court against seven major emitters.06 Feb 10:42 PM
World'Terrified': Alabama first-of-its-kind execution takes 22 minutes, shocking observersKenneth Eugene Smith was pronounced dead in what some called a cruel execution method.26 Jan 04:34 AM
PremiumPremiumPolitics500-day wait for a trial ‘too long’: Justice Minister's aim to cut massive court delaysJudicial discretion is in the firing line - are judges getting it wrong?10 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'He’s been sent to us by God': Disgraced lawyer Chris Harder and his remarkable quest for Pike River justiceFormer barrister Christopher Harder claims Pike River truths have never emerged.06 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldJail time, lawsuit and apologies after ‘almost naked’ party of Russian elitesThe recent party has provoked a scandal.29 Dec 01:06 AM
