Law Reports website
LawReports.co.nz is a website that offers users the ability to purchase and download official New Zealand Law Reports (NZLR) in PDF format. These reports contain judgments from New Zealand's Supreme Court, Court of Appeal, and High Court. As a user you can search for specific cases using criteria like case names or citation numbers. This service provides court-ready versions of law reports, which can be useful for legal professionals and researchers. The site is operated by the New Zealand Council of Law Reporting in conjunction with LexisNexis, and payments are processed securely through SecurePay.
New Zealand Legal Information Institute website
The New Zealand Legal Information Institute (NZLII) is a free online database providing unreported New Zealand Court and Tribunal judgments, serving legal professionals, libraries, and the public worldwide. It plays a crucial role in providing anonymous and free access to legal information and relies on donations to maintain its valuable service.
Ministry of Justice website
The Ministry of Justice also plays a useful role in making legal information accessible. Through the Judicial Decisions Online platform, the Ministry offers free access to a wide range of court judgments. This service is in line with their goal of increasing trust in the justice system and maintaining the integrity of New Zealand's constitutional arrangements.
