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Courts to get new tool to address litigation abuse

The courts will soon have a new tool to combat instances where people use Family Court proceedings to abuse others
Government to implement UN Committee recommendations

Government to implement recommendations from the UN Committee on Torture
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.
Abuse in Care Royal Commission of Inquiry - final report published

Whanaketia – through pain and trauma, from darkness to light now publicly available.
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.
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.
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.
Waitangi Tribunal launch refreshed website

The Waitangi Tribunal has launched a new website featuring improved user experience and te reo Māori capability.
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.

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