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Sheriffs of New Zealand

Lance Watson made this Official Information request to Ministry of Justice

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From: Lance Watson

Kia ora Te Tāhū o te Ture,

My request is regarding the Senior Courts Act 2016, namely sections 35-36.

1. Is the appointment of Deputy Sheriffs still a common practice in New Zealand? If not, when was the last time this practice was used?

2. Is the arrest of persons in accordance with an order of the High Court by a Sheriff still a common practice in New Zealand, as opposed to arrest by the New Zealand Police? If not, when was the last time a registrar (acting as a Sheriff) or Deputy Sheriff arrested someone under the powers granted to them in this act?

This question is purely academic, as I am curious how active the role of Sheriff still is in New Zealand, so any other information you may be able to easily provide on the duties of a Sheriff would be appreciated.

Ngā mihi,
Lance Watson

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Ministry of Justice

Kia ora Lance,

Thank you for contacting the Ministry of Justice.

We acknowledge receipt of your request regarding the Senior Courts Act 2016, namely sections 35-36 - Deputy Sheriffs in New Zealand.

This has been forwarded to the relevant business unit for consideration and response.

You can expect a response by 14/08/2023.

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Ngā mihi,

Ministerial Relations and Services | Strategy, Governance and Finance
Ministry of Justice | Tāhū o te Ture
Level 6 Justice Centre | Aitken Street
DX Box SX 10088 | Wellington
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Kia ora Lance

 

Please find attached a response to your query regarding Deputy Sheriffs in
New Zealand.

 

Ngā mihi  

Annie  

   

   

[1]Description: Annie May
http://justice.govt.nz/courts/shared/jus...
Senior
Advisor (Communications)

Ph: 027 291 7573

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