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Arms Act rewrite public consultation commences

The Ministry of Justice is urging everyone to have their say on the Government’s rewrite of the Arms Act 1983.
Convention on Combating Bribery of Foreign Public Officials

The Ministry of Justice has welcomed the release of the latest evaluation of New Zealand’s work in addressing bribery.
The future of courts and justice services

The Ministry of Justice is seeking public feedback on the future of courts & justice services as it looks to prepare its 2nd Long-Term Insights Briefing.
Public engagement on economic, social and cultural rights

The Government is seeking public feedback its draft report under the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.
Court and Tribunal hours – December 2025 and January 2026

Courts and tribunals will be closed during the holiday period. Reopening dates vary, starting from 5 January 2025, with all locations open by 19 January 2026.
New Zealand Crime and Victims Survey Published

The latest New Zealand Crime and Victims Survey (NZCVS) has been released offering fresh insights into the nature of both reported and unreported crime in NZ.
Budget 2023 - Ministry of Justice | Te Tāhū o te Ture

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Budget 2023 - Ministry of Justice | Te Tāhū o te Ture
AML/CFT Class Exemptions Update

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Restorative Justice Service Review released

The Restorative Justice Service Review, which was commissioned by the Ministry of Justice, has been released today.
Victims continue to be satisfied with restorative justice

A survey conducted in 2023 shows the majority of victims of crime who take part in restorative justice conferences continue to be satisfied with the process.
Refreshed Family information

Have a look at updated Family information, refreshed to improve the way we support children, parents and whānau.
Briefings to Incoming Ministers published

We have today published our briefings to new justice-related ministers, following the 2023 General Election.
Ministry of Justice - Budget 2024
Ministry of Justice outlines change proposal
Timely Access to Justice Protocol released

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The Chief District Court Judge has issued a new Timely Access to Justice Protocol setting out a timely access to justice standard.
Ministry of Justice 2023/24 Annual Report published

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The Ministry of Justice’s 2023/24 Annual Report, published today, presents the Ministry’s progress against its strategic priorities.
Abuse in Care apology

The Prime Minister has apologised to survivors of abuse in state care.
Waitangi Tribunal launch refreshed website

The Waitangi Tribunal has launched a new website featuring improved user experience and te reo Māori capability.
Consultation closed - Public views sought on improving jury trial timeliness

Have your say on proposals to reduce wait times in criminal courts - Submissions have closed.
New Zealand Crime & Victims Survey (NZCVS)

The Ministry of Justice’s New Zealand Crime and Victims Survey, conducted by Ipsos each year helps us understand crime and create safer communities.

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