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30 October 2025
Karma
[FYI request #32156 email]
Ref. NZT-11062
Dear Karma
Thank you for your email of 13 October 2025 in response to OIA-19459. I have addressed the areas
you have raised below.
Royal Assent
While royal assent and the date of assent are distinct elements of the legislative process, the presence
of the date of assent on legislation indicates that royal assent has been granted. Therefore, it serves
as evidence of assent.
Infringement notices
In our response to OIA-19459, we outlined the legal framework that provides NZ Transport Agency
Waka Kotahi (NZTA) the authority to issue infringement notices. As previously noted, NZ Police is
classified as enforcement officers in the Land Transport Act 1998 (LTA). NZ Police operates under
additional legislation that governs their authority, roles and responsibilities. If you have questions
about NZ Police enforcement or responsibilities, I recommend contacting them directly.
Owner vs. registered person
Regarding the interpretation of “owner”, the LTA does not include interpretations of beneficiaries and
settlers. The Ministry of Justice is responsible for administering the Trusts Act 2019 and may be able
to assist you with related questions.
Insurance claims
I am unable to comment on other individuals’ insurance claims however, if you have concerns about
an insurance claim, please provide us with more details about the claim so we can investigate further.
If you would like to discuss this matter further with NZTA, you are welcome to contact Ministerial
Services by email at [NZTA request email].
Yours sincerely
Prisca Gain
Team Leader, Ministerial Services