Post by Kiwi Frontline on Jan 23, 2016 16:31:00 GMT 12
Maori Party co-leaders support call for justice system review
The Law Society says the cost of legal representation is a primary reason for the rise in self-representation.
The MÄori Party says a review would also be an opportunity to consider incorporating tikanga MÄori into the way our legal structure operates.
It believes a more restorative process across the justice system, particularly in the family court, is needed. The plan is to introduce WhÄnau Facilitators who will work closely with hapÅ« and iwi, and will support families throughout the family court system…..
www.voxy.co.nz/politics/maori-party-co-leaders-support-call-justice-system-review/5/241893
The Law Society says the cost of legal representation is a primary reason for the rise in self-representation.
The MÄori Party says a review would also be an opportunity to consider incorporating tikanga MÄori into the way our legal structure operates.
It believes a more restorative process across the justice system, particularly in the family court, is needed. The plan is to introduce WhÄnau Facilitators who will work closely with hapÅ« and iwi, and will support families throughout the family court system…..
www.voxy.co.nz/politics/maori-party-co-leaders-support-call-justice-system-review/5/241893