Crashed three times in drunken spree
A 20-year-old English baker who crashed twice on May 21 before being stopped by a lamppost will be sentenced in the Queenstown District Court on July 25.
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'High-end grazer' in contempt
A French chef who was described as a "high-end grazer" by Judge Kevin Phillips in the Queenstown District Court was held in contempt of court yesterday for "playing rock'n'roll as he stood in the d
Man charged with threatening to kill PM pleads not guilty
A man who allegedly threatened to "blow up" Prime Minister John Key has pleaded not guilty to a charge of threatening to kill.
Watson case nearer being reopened
Convicted murderer Scott Watson's bid to have his case reopened has taken a step forward, with his lawyers given the chance to comment on a report into his application for the royal prerogative of
Woman accused of sexually violating girl
A woman wept in the dock as she appeared in Christchurch District Court today accused of sexually violating a teenage girl.
Pair in court over jewel theft charges
Two men accused of being part of an international robbery group which netted $770,000 worth of jewellery were remanded in custody when they appeared in Auckland District Court this morning.
Comedian's sentencing over indecent act delayed
A prominent comedian who has admitted an indecency charge against a young girl will have to wait another month to be sentenced.
Horse trainer guilty of assaulting pensioner
A Waikato horse trainer has been found guilty of assaulting a pensioner as an act of revenge.
Karam defamation hearing returns to court
Defamation action by David Bain' supporter Joe Karam against members of Justice for Robin Bain (JFRB) was back in court in Auckland today.