Brett McDonald* New Zealand has had the chance to change its gun laws, like Australia, following the mass shooting at Aramoana. It failed to do so and New Zealanders' gun ownership continues to be higher than the UK or Australia.The local gun laws have generally been seen as lax, particularly given the changes made in Australia, which just twelve days after the mass … [Read more...]
‘Where Are The Characters?’ – Bob Jones Remembers a More Cavalier & Joyful Age in the Law
Bob Jones* “As your Honour knows, when one enters a brothel…”“I know no such thing Mr Stacey,” the outraged Judge barked.That was a typical Roy Stacey courtroom incident which I confess I’ve “borrowed” for a novella I’ve written, along with three others for publication next year. With nigh on six decades of court experience, one thing I can say with certainty is that … [Read more...]
34 Nigel Hampton QC
Last Year - No. 35 Remaining in the same position, Nigel Hampton QC was made a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to the law. His active legal career continues, capping an already successful and esteemed involvement in his representation of the families of the Pike River victims, as well as the CTV building collapse. He remains a judicial officer … [Read more...]