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Auckland mall terror attack: Isis sympathiser had been arrested for allegedly planning 'lone wolf' knife attack
The man was on the police's radar for allegedly planning a "lone wolf" attack.
Former trustee who stole from $1m fund for underprivileged to be released from prison
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Adult film star Ron Jeremy charged with over 30 counts of sexual assault
Los Angeles County prosecutors charged adult film star Ron Jeremy with more than 30 counts of sexual assault involving 21 women and girls across more than two decades. Video / AP
Man accused of crashing stolen car after police chase also charged with Covid crime
The vehicle was spotted driving erratically, including on a footpath, prior to the chase.
Social media influencer's rape, blackmail trial derailed by lockdown
Both of the man's accusers had already testified before the lockdown.
Sasha Borissenko on criminal lawyer turned Green Party MP Golriz Ghahraman's book
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Jury trials on hold as Delta strikes
Murder, blackmail and fraud trials among those affected as juries stay home in level 4.
Supreme Court Justice calls on Govt to provide safe passage for female Afghan judges
Female judges are receiving calls from the Taliban threatening 'where will you hide now?'
Editorial: How to tackle crime
Editorial: Should we arm the police and take a "broken windows" approach to all crime?
Prominent businessman freed on bail after nearly three months behind bars
The businessman's appeal was due to be heard next week in Wellington but has been delayed.
Top QCs: The Family Court has a backlog of cases but is not broken
Opinion: 'Inevitably, there will be complaints because one of the two parties will lose.'
Undischarged bankrupt behind luxury vehicle scam remains in prison
It was described as one of the most egregious bankruptcy cases ever before the courts.
Editorial: All's fair in love and inheritance
Editorial: Writing an unfair will may be tempting but it's more likely to be contested.
Social media influencer 'manipulated child's mind', accuser says at rape, blackmail trial
The defendant is accused of raping two teens while they were unconscious.
Win for Harvey Weinstein in court
Judge Lisa B Lench gave prosecutors a glimmer of hope on the dismissed count.
'Sickening and depraved': Couple jailed for horrific child sex abuse
A Cambridge woman and her ex-partner have been jailed for 19 and 23 years.
'I missed my granddaughter's 21st': Assault victim still struggling 14 months on
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Ex-policeman who raped colleague loses bid for Supreme Court appeal
NZ's top court declines to hear appeal of cop jailed for crimes against policewoman.
Suspect lured from cavity after tug-of-war at door, murder trial told
Cops chasing homicide suspect heard scuffling and sound like "slide action on pistol".
Crown backs Peters' bid to get judgment recalled
The Speaker sent the judgment to the privileges committee to consider.
Focus Sport: Israel Adesanya and other MMA fighters react to ‘coward punch’ sentence
Israel Adesanya and other MMA fighters react to the sentence of Ofa Folau, a man involved in the attack of Fau Vake, to six months of home detention. Video / NZ Herald
Prisoners waiting years for rehab, psych help - Parole Board
Rehabilitation not happening til very late in the sentence, says board.
Musician accused of sexual assault on Instagram files defamation case
He's filed proceedings against two Instagram users in the High Court.
Leo Molloy loses appeal for Jesse Kempson suppression breach
The Auckland mayoral candidate said he will now get on with completing his sentence.
Accountant jailed for stealing $2m from boutique fashion company
Two business partners and friends lived a nightmare as their accountant defrauded them.
Alleged Penrose gunman also accused of burgling Michael Hill Jeweller
The man is accused of stealing jewellery, cars and thousands of dollars in cash.
Man accused of doctoring report to sell own house now top agent
The man could be jailed for up to 10 years if convicted.
Prison for man who pleaded guilty to sexual offences against a minor
He said he pleaded guilty because he didn't want to make the victim give evidence.
Ron Brierley's sentencing may be delayed due to Sydney's Covid outbreak
The now-infamous businessman and criminal is on bail at his Point Piper mansion.
Mosque car bomb threats: Accused loses name suppression bid
Chilling threats made just before second anniversary of March 15, 2019 terror attack.
Justice survey: Cybercrime and sex attack victims reluctant to involve police
More assaults are being reported to police but vehicle crime leads the way.
Editorial: Justice being seen to be done
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