Public Defence Service to consult staff on proposed changes
Proposed changes for the Public Defence Service (PDS) are designed to increase case volumes, boost access to the service and contribute to court timeliness.
Media releases
See the latest official media releases published by the Ministry. If you can't find what you're looking for here, try our news section or media release archive.
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Kiwis give their verdict on the justice system.
New insights into New Zealanders’ perceptions of the justice system have been published for the first time.
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New Zealand Crime and Victims Survey released
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Public Defence Service changes finalised
The Public Defence Service (PDS) has released the final outcome of its change process following consultation with staff.
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Nelson courthouse to reopen to public after seismic upgrade
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Justice Sector projections released
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Number plate scanning crackdown delivers immediate fine payments
A weekend operation saw bailiffs trial new number plate scanning technology to target people with outstanding court fines and reparations.
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Media statement - Text message sent on Monday 25 August
The Ministry of Justice has apologised after a system error meant a text message about fines was sent to thousands of people.
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Latest justice statistics released
The Ministry of Justice has published its most recent official statistics on criminal convictions and sentencing for the financial year ending 30 June 2025.
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New Zealanders have a range feelings about criminal justice system
The Social Wellbeing and Perceptions of the Criminal Justice System report draws results from the New Zealand Crime and Victims Survey 2019
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Major crime survey reaches milestone
The Ministry of Justice’s new crime survey, “The New Zealand Crime and Victims Survey” (NZCVS) has reached its target this month of interviewing 8,000 people
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New chief executive takes the reins at Justice
Andrew Kibblewhite was welcomed to his new role as Chief Executive of the Ministry of Justice at a pōwhiri in Wellington this morning (1 February 2019).
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Report on New Zealand’s Human Rights Record
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Former Greymouth courthouse for sale
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New Zealanders back jury service experience
New Zealanders who serve on juries are enthusiastic about serving, with more than 90 per cent of jurors satisfied with their experience.
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Closure of Levin District Court for Earthquake Strengthening
The Levin District Court will be closed from Monday November 18 for earthquake strengthening.
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Court users and jurors highly satisfied with justice services and facilities
The latest surveys conducted by the Ministry of Justice show most court users and jurors continue to be satisfied with the services and facilities the Ministry.
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Update on Levin District Court Closure
The Ministry of Justice has implemented several interim justice services in Levin to minimise disruption.
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Minority of New Zealanders experience majority of crime
The minority of New Zealanders experience the majority of crime, according to the Highly Victimised People report
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New crime survey tells 8,000 New Zealanders' experience of crime
A large percentage of New Zealanders have not experienced crime in the last 12 months, and crime is confined to a small proportion of the population.
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