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1. Use a representative

   Anyone appealing to the tribunal may appoint a representative to represent them during the appeal process, or they may represent themselves. A representative may include a family member or friend. There are strict rules about who can be appointed to act as your representative. They must be a licensed immigration advisor, a lawyer or someone who is exempt from having a licence. If you wish to have a representative, you and the representative need to fill in this form: Authority to act - Form 8 Th

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2. Serving documents

   Almost every document you file in the High Court needs to be served or given to the other party in the proceeding. Generally, it is the prosecutor’s responsibility to serve their documents on you, and it is your responsibility to serve your documents on the prosecutor. A Registrar is responsible for serving any notice of appeal or notice of application for leave to appeal. You can serve documents by: giving it to the other party (prosecutor); posting it to their address for service or by leav...

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   4. Representing yourself in a criminal case in the High Court

3. Who needs a licence or certificate?

   You must have a licence if you: are a pawnbroker are engaged for at least six days a year in buying, selling or exchanging secondhand items or scrap metal (other than for personal use, enjoyment or as a gift) earn at least $2000 in a year from the sale of secondhand items or scrap metal (other than for personal use, enjoyment or as a gift). If you are in a partnership - every partner must hold a licence. Do you need a certificate? You must hold a certificate if you buy, sell or exchange for a

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4. Youth justice speeches

   Presentations by the Principal Youth Court Judge John Walker. Whose fault is it when the young and vulnerable offend? 20 March 2018 Description: Judge Walker considers the importance of collective responsibility for tackling the complex underlying causes of youth offending. Whose fault is it when the young and vulnerable offend? Connecting the pieces 03 April 2018 Description: Judge Walker's address to Activity Centres and Engage in Their Future Conference 2018. Connecting the pieces F

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5. Ministry of Justice releases April newsletter Justice Matters

   The Ministry of Justice has released its 14th issue of Justice Matters. Justice Matters is the Ministry’s quarterly magazine that celebrates its achievements in the last three months and highlights key areas of work. In this edition there are reflections on the Christchurch tragedy; the Ministry welcomes Andrew Kibblewhite, the new Chief Executive and Secretary of Justice; the Alcohol and Other Drug Treatment Court pilot is evaluated; the family justice system reaches its second round of consu

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6. 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. Restorative justice conferences are face-to-face meetings where victims can tell offenders how the crime affected them, and where offenders can take personal responsibility for their actions. The 2023 Victim Satisfaction Survey involved interviews with 371 victims who took part in restorative justice processes in 2022. 79% of respondents su

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7. New video about the Young Adult List

   A new video looking to improve understanding of the District Court’s Young Adult List court has been produced. Focused on supporting all participants aged 18 to 25 years of age to meaningfully participate and understand each stage of the court process, this judicially-led kaupapa was first piloted at Porirua District Court in 2020. It recognises the unique needs and vulnerabilities of victims, those facing charges and their whānau in this younger age group by adapting standard court processes

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8. Juror Satisfaction Survey

   Welcome to the Juror Satisfaction Survey (JSS) page. The JSS is an annual survey conducted across New Zealand’s high courts and district courts that run jury trials. Since 2008, the survey has played a critical role in assessing jurors' experiences and satisfaction with the services and facilities provided by the Ministry of Justice. The primary goal of the survey is to gather valuable feedback from jurors on various aspects of their jury duty experience. This helps inform key decisions to imp

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9. Family Court Lay Advocates

   What a Family Court Lay Advocate does Lay Advocates appear in the Family Court in support of a child or young person who is the subject of care and protection proceedings under the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989. As a statutory appointment, Lay Advocates are not employed by, or contracted to, the Ministry of Justice or the Court. Lay Advocates are independent service providers and are not covered by the Employment Relations Act 2000. Appointment of Family Court Lay Advocates From time to time, a

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10. Youth Court Lay Advocates

    What a Youth Court Lay Advocate does Lay Advocates appear in the Youth Court in support of a child or young person who is appearing before the Court charged with an offence. They are not lawyers and are appointed by the Court under the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989. As a statutory appointment, Lay Advocates are not employed by, or contracted to, the Ministry of Justice or the Court. Lay Advocates are independent service providers and are not covered by the Employment Relations Act 2000. Appointm

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