Tag: law_and_order
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New Zealand Police Gain Move-On Order Powers as Legislation Passes Final Reading
New Zealand Parliament passes legislation allowing police to issue move-on orders to people displaying disorderly behaviour in public places, with prosecution only for those who refuse.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsLegalSocial IssuesCongress Move-on ordersPaul GoldsmithNew Zealand PoliceNew Zealand ParliamentDisorderly behaviourHomelessnessLaw and orderNew Zealand Government
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New Zealand Anti-Stalking Law Nets 1,000 Police Actions in Three Months
New Zealand's anti-stalking law has led to over 1,000 police actions since May, with 140 charges laid and 918 notices issued, ministers say.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementLegalGeneral PoliticsSocial Issues anti-stalking lawPaul GoldsmithMark MitchellNew Zealand Policestalking and harassmentlaw and orderNew Zealand Government