We are aware of a high number of scam texts and emails about fines being sent (from 18 August 2026). We do not send direct payment links via text message or email. If you receive a message about a fine and are unsure whether it is genuine, please contact our call centre on 0800 4 FINES (0800 434 637) before making any payment. Read more about identifying scams.
Details on legal aid applications and eligibility, debt management, granting decisions, reconsideration and reviews, fixed fee information packs and disbursement policies.
Links to the New Zealand Law Society Practising Well page with information and advice on how to progress your career, a professional sounding board, or counselling to assist you through a stressful situation.
