Articles tagged with Three Strikes

New 'Coward Punch' Laws: Tougher Penalties for Offenders in New Zealand

4 days ago | 235 views

The Government is introducing specific coward punch offences to ensure perpetrators receive tougher sentences, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “A ‘coward punch’ gets its name for obvious reasons. These attacks affect everyday Kiwis and are often committed by cowardly attackers, who strike when the victim is distracted.

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Tougher sentences ahead as Three Strikes returns

2 weeks ago | 143 views

Repeat violent and sexual offenders are officially on notice Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee says. “Tougher penalties are now in place as the Three Strikes law comes into force today and the message is clear. If you commit serious violent or sexual offences, expect to face increasingly severe consequences.

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