Scam texts and emails relating to fines continue to circulate. 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.
Please note that the following message does not apply to those jurors who are currently empaneled.Please report according to the instructions you have received.
All other jurors who have been summoned for the week beginning Monday 7th September 2026 are asked to reassemble at the Napier District Court assembly area on Thursday 10thSeptember2026 by 9:15am.
We strongly recommended that you park in an all day car park.If you park in a 2 hour car park and are selected for jury service, we will not be able to release you to move your car and therefore any parking fines will become your responsibility to pay.
Please refer to the Napier City Council web page for parking options:
or alternatively you may wish to use the ParkMate app and follow the instructions.Please note that you will still need to ensure that you park in an all day car park.
Please keep all parking receipts as the Ministry of Justice will fully reimburse you at the end of your jury service.
Thank you for your contribution to the New Zealand justice system and your community. It is valued and appreciated.
