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Let’s talk about the Sentencing (Reform) Amendment Bill
What does the bill do? Limits sentence reductions; Targets young people with harsher sentencing; Restricts courts’ ability to consider mitigating factors in offending; Restricts courts’ ability to consider the circumstances of the defendant in cases of recidivism; Encourages cumulative sentencing; Encourages guilty pleas; …and more. What Impact will the Bill have? This Bill will drive…
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Dire Conditions in New Zealand Prison Visiting Rooms For Whānau & Friends
Families and prisoners report unwelcoming and restrictive environments during visits. Under the Corrections Act 2004, prisoners are entitled to one 30-minute visit per week, yet many face extreme limitations and distressing conditions, especially since COVID-19. Visiting rooms should support family bonds, not strain them!
