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Practice notes and guides
Access practice notes, guides and directions for the Supreme Court, Court of Appeal, High Court and District Court.
View practice notes and guides
Information for legal aid providers
View information and forms for providers of legal aid services
Information for duty lawyers
Police Detention Legal Assistance Scheme
Bill of Rights
Advice provided by the Ministry and the Crown Law Office to the Attorney-General on the consistency of Bills with the Bill of Rights Act.
More information on the New Zealand Bill of Rights Act 1990
Legislation Advisory Committee
The Legislation Advisory Committee provides advice to departments on development of legislative proposals.
Visit the Legislation Advisory Committee website
Judicial appointment process
Information on the appointment process for judges of the High Court and District Court.
