Police given wider powers to take DNA
MPs today passed a law that by 2011 will allow police to take DNA samples from anyone they intend charging with an imprisonable offence.
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Call for sex violence prevention plan
A national sexual violence prevention plan should be created, the sexual violence taskforce says.
Acquitted man tells of sorrow for victim's family
Alan Gundry says he was just protecting his family and never wanted his mate Gene Atkins to die.
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All convicted offenders will have to pay a $50 levy under a law passed by Parliament today.
David Tua and managers settle
David Tua is understood to have reached an agreement with his former managers, settling a long-running court battle.
Simon Power's speech on support for crime victims
Justice Minister Simon Power's speech announcing changes in Government support for the victims of serious crime.
More financial support for crime victims
Victims of serious crime will now get more financial support - including a payment for attending the court hearing of the accused.
Crown Law to review internet publishing laws
The Crown Law Office reviewing internet publication, after recent cases raised questions over contempt of court and suppression order breaches.
Maori Party co-leaders write in support of Field
Maori Party co-leaders Pita Sharples and Tariana Turia wrote submissions to the High Court in support of disgraced former MP Taito Phillip Field.
Field's public shaming complete
Court 15 in the High Court at Auckland was an inadequate venue for the audience of about 100 supporters of disgraced ex-MP Taito Phillip Field.