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  •   Home > News > Law and Order

    A law expert says the court system is fixed by understanding facts - not mandatory sentences

    A law expert says the court system is fixed by understanding facts - not mandatory sentences


    Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith hasn't ruled out the policy - which would see a minimum standard set for various crimes.

    Judges currently have discretion to give discounts based on aggravating or mitigating circumstances.

    Former High Court judge Sir Ron Young says New Zealand has a lot of people in prison as it is.

    He says the courts are already on the heavy end of sentencing - people serve up to 20 years for murder compared to just ten, 30 years ago.

    © 2025 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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     Today's News

    Motoring:
    The German Track Cycling Championships has been abandoned on its final day after two cyclists crashed into the crowd - injuring several spectators 18:57

    Rugby:
    The All Blacks have identified the contests under the high ball as an area they'll need to tidy up ahead of the second test against France in Wellington 18:37

    Entertainment:
    Jennifer Lopez has detailed the "very difficult time" after her split from Ben Affleck in a new song 18:36

    Health & Safety:
    The Midwives Union says hospital maternity spaces are unique and need to be protected 18:17

    Entertainment:
    Sir Ringo Starr gave "extensive notes" to Sir Sam Mendes about his Beatles biopic 18:06

    Entertainment:
    Sir Lewis Hamilton experienced a massive culture shock when he moved to Formula One team Ferrari - although he is happy he no longer has to endure the smell of curry on race days 17:36

    Law and Order:
    The search continues for 57-year-old Aucklander, Ella Davenport, missing since June 20 from her Mangere East home, on Hain Avenue 17:27

    International:
    Hundreds of girls were 'living their best life' at Texas summer camp. Then disaster struck 17:07

    Entertainment:
    Yungblud "found solace in being similar" to Ozzy Osbourne 17:06

    Rugby League:
    Warriors NRL-W captain Apii Nicholls is backing five-eighth Patricia Maliepo to be a key influence for the team moving forward 16:57


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