Post by Kiwi Frontline on Oct 9, 2019 16:03:26 GMT 12
JUDGE TO HOLD THE KEY TO PROTECTED INFORMATION FOR REVIEWS INTO WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS
An independent body to review miscarriages of justice looks set to be able to consider privileged or confidential information such as lawyer-client communications - as long as a judge gives the green light.
Other changes recommended by the committee included:
• At least one commission member to have knowledge and understanding of both te ao Māori and tikanga Māori (Māori culture and custom).
• Ensuring the commission's procedures are consistent with the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi......
www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=12274880
An independent body to review miscarriages of justice looks set to be able to consider privileged or confidential information such as lawyer-client communications - as long as a judge gives the green light.
Other changes recommended by the committee included:
• At least one commission member to have knowledge and understanding of both te ao Māori and tikanga Māori (Māori culture and custom).
• Ensuring the commission's procedures are consistent with the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi......
www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=12274880