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1. MOU signed between Ministry and Judiciary

   ...for Justice and Chief Executive of the Ministry have signed an agreement outlining their respective responsibilities in delivering justice in New Zealand courts. The Memorandum of Understanding was signed on 13 November by Rt Hon Dame Sian Elias and (former CE) Andrew Bridgman. The agreement formalises and sets out the constitutional principles on which the relationship between the Ministry and the judiciary is based, and identifies our respective and shared responsibilities regarding the opera...

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2. Six months to go for Marine and Coastal Area applications

   ...application deadline for customary interests under the Marine and Coastal Area (Takutai Moana) Act 2011 is 3 April 2017.  Applicants can apply through the High Court and through Crown engagement. We’re encouraging applicants to use both pathways. Further information, including videos on the Marine and Coastal Area (Takutai Moana) Act 2011 and the application process - NOTE December 2019: see new website Te Arawhiti An information booklet is available to download to help you through the proce...

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3. Napier High Court & District Court

   ...jurors summoned for the week beginning Monday  May 19th  2025  are no longer required and are now released from Jury Service. Please remember to provide all receipts for any parking fees or child care expenses when you submit your claim forms to the court for reimbursement. Thank you for your contribution to the New Zealand

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4. Media information

   Media in courts The media play an important part in New Zealand’s courts by reporting on their work and informing the public.  The Criminal Procedure Act, which came into force on 1 July 2013, was the biggest overhaul of criminal procedure in 50 years.  It is designed to simplify and streamline court processes, reduce delay and speed up the time it takes to resolve cases.    The Act also recognises the role of the media in New Zealand’s courts, defines who the media

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5. Restorative justice providers

   ...facilitators are subsequently working towards accreditation. To find out more, see the Simply Resolution website or contact us. Simply Resolution website Email: restorativejustice@justice.govt.nz My client wants to take part in restorative justice Fill in this form if you are a defence lawyer and your client wants to take part in restorative justice. The information you give us will be used to make sure our records are up-to-date, so (if the judge directs restorative justice) we’ll be passin...

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6. Make a civil claim

   There are many different claims you can start. They usually have different fees, forms and time limits. Find out about the claims you can make in the District Court Find out about the claims you can make in the High Court Get legal help You can get a lawyer to help you make a civil claim. If you can’t afford a lawyer you may be able to get: legal aid free community legal help

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7. About the Authority

   The Authority was established on 1 July 2011 under the Legal Services Act 2011. The Authority forms part of the quality framework to improve the quality of services provided by legal aid providers. The purpose of the Act is to promote access to justice by establishing a system that effectively and efficiently provides legal services to people of insufficient means. The Act establishes the Authority with powers to review decisions about legal aid provider approvals. The function of the Authority...

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8. Make a complaint about a legal aid lawyer

   If you are not happy with the standard of legal services you receive, you should first try to talk about the issue with your legal aid lawyer. Legal aid lawyers must give you written information about how they handle client complaints and are obliged to deal with complaints about their services promptly and fairly. If you have talked to your legal aid lawyer about the issue and you are not satisfied with the response, or your concern cannot be raised with your lawyer, you may contact us about y

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9. Renew

   To renew your licence or certificate you need to complete the same form you used to make your original application – but this time tick the 'Renewal' box. There are 3 types of applications you can make. Renew your certificate Renew your company licence Renew your individual licence No refunds If your application is turned down or you make a mistake and have to reapply, you won’t get your fee back. This is because the fee covers the costs for us to process the application. Contact us for in...

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10. Notice to complete a financial statement

    ...email, post or in person. Notice to debtor to complete financial statement You should fill out a notice to complete a financial statement and give it to the debtor, with either: Financial statement – individual Financial statement – company These forms give you the information you need to help decide what enforcement action you want to take.

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