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Reforming the law
In 1985, the Law Commission Act established an independent, government-funded advisory body to promote the systematic review, reform and development of the law of New Zealand.
Each year the Commission sets up a work programme in consultation with
the Minister Responsible for the Law Commission (and after soundings
have been taken from government ministries and entities). The work programme
identifies the areas in which the Commission will undertake reviews of
existing laws, structures and systems. The heart of its operation is
the fundamental principle that the law should be both principled and
accessible for all people of New Zealand.
Currently, a substantial part of the Commission’s time and energy
is engaged in a major review of the structure of Courts and Tribunals
and their operation. This involves considerable dialogue and debate with
the legal establishment and the wider community. Other work is being
undertaken with regard to status hearings in criminal trials, a review
of the Life Insurance Act, and powers of search and the operation of
search warrants.
The Commission also assists government departments and Crown entities in reviews of the law and from time to time is called on to assist Parliamentary select committees.
The Commission comprises six Commissioners, some of whom are full-time and others who are part-time. The current President is a High Court Judge. Other members consist of a District Court Judge, senior lawyers and a non-legal academic. The Commissioners are supported by substantial research and support teams. Consultation and dialogue with interested parties is a hallmark of the Commission’s work. The Commission’s final reports are tabled in Parliament, and they usually contain recommendations for reform of the law.
Find out more!
To find out more, go to the Law
Commission’s website.
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The police play a major role in making our communities safe and delivering justice
The Law Commission promotes the fundamental principle that the law should
be both principled and accessible for all people of New Zealand.