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Court delays: 1 in 5 offenders released on time-served sentences
A fifth of prisoners are now being released on the day of their sentencing.
'Cold-blooded killer' set for release; family still think he’s innocent
Jule Burns, who murdered sex worker, will be deported on release.
Raped and kidnapped: Victim flees home as her attacker freed to same city
The convicted killer is due to be released next week.
‘We deserve answers’: Inquest into how man killed for second time
An inquest for a murdered life coach and the dad of her killer's first victim has begun.
Man who commandeered cop car and loaded Glocks will be home by Christmas
Hori Gemmell tried - but failed - to get out early.
Deputy principal who sexually abused student, 10, says she's not ready for release from jail
A former deputy principal who sexually abused a 10-year-old is now considered low risk.
Woman fights to keep sister's rapist behind bars after victim's death
The sister of a rape victim nearly missed her chance to speak at a Parole Board hearing.
Rare post-prison restrictions for Killer Beez gang member who killed guard, stabbed inmates
Latu Kepu has attacked police officers, prison guards, pregnant women and fellow inmates.
Predatory 'monster' who abused preschooler to remain behind bars
Linsday Harper's first bid at parole, a year after he was jailed, has failed.
Parole denied: Mark Lundy to remain behind bars 22 years after killing his wife and daughter
His church-going, clock-making hopes are on hold.
Rainbow Warrior cop who killed wife in frenzied attack denied parole again
'He does not seem yet to fully understand what gave rise to the murder.'
Judge says concern for children in drink-driver's car no licence for dangerous attack
Resident angered by drink-driver's antics claimed he acted in self-defence.
Killer who confessed to shooting drug dealer remains an 'undue risk'
James Mills, who was on bail at the time of the murder, will remain behind bars.
'I want to look him in the eye' - mother of murdered teen wants to meet her killer
Hermanus 'Theo' Kriel has been denied parole, to the relief of Liberty's family.
Woman lured from van by man who claimed she had a flat tyre
Intoxicated man tricks woman out of her van and drives away, refusing to stop for police.
Man caught with child sex abuse publications fights to keep his name secret
Man files appeal against refusal to grant him permanent name suppression.
Judge tells drink-driver his excuses are 'bulls***'
Judge Greg Davis calls repeat drink-driver out on his excuses for endangering the public.
Man who stomped victim into a coma denied parole
Psychologists disagree about the risk of releasing Ahu Taylor, who kicked a man 23 times.
Comancheros kingpin denied parole after 'sophisticated' offending
At a hearing, Naufahu spoke of his 'ongoing commitment to his family'.
Admin issues derail murderer's bid for release
Hitchcock was one of the first offenders in NZ to be sentenced to life imprisonment.
Police killer Daniel Luff granted parole after 20 years in prison
Daniel Luff was 17 when he killed police officer Duncan Taylor during a five-hour siege.
Woman shocked that she's jailed for offering to supply meth
Supporter yells in court people did not do enough to help her friend.
Six sex offenders arrested for consuming drugs and alcohol at transitional housing
Alcohol, cannabis and drug utensils found on the property.
The man shot dead by police: A dark past and a promise to 'make changes'
An associate of Kaoss Price spent some time speaking with him the morning before he died.
Mum tells court of day a dangerous driver ploughed into her car with her 4yo still inside
Selfish driver fails to check victims of collisions caused by his dangerous antics
Ex-cop who raped colleague to be released from prison despite victim's concerns
Jamie Foster had been granted parole; Parole Board released its written decision today.
'You don't seem to learn': Judge sentences recidivist drink-driver to jail
There came a time when community protection was paramount, judge said.
Judge says sentence recommendation for repeat drink-drivers too soft
Kaipara man "drunk as a skunk" when he drove into an oncoming vehicle: judge
Whangarei gunman called friends and family after killing two property managers
Quinn Patterson's body was later found in the charred remains of his rental property.
Parole denied for 'creepy' runner stalker
Why a man who stalked a woman while she ran has been denied parole.
Man's shocking admission 13 years after death of wife
Greg Meads murdered his wife in 2009. Now he is seeking parole for a second time.
Disgraced doctor who stupefied, sexually assaulted patients to remain in jail until June
A disgraced GP has been denied parole for the fourth time over sexual assault of patients.
Family on edge as killer makes renewed bid for freedom
Anthony Phillip Hitchcock to make March bid, Parole Board says still not fit for release.