Going through the court process

Court staff that can help you Find out who can help at court, what they can do, and where to go for support.

People in the courtroom Learn about the people you may see in the courtroom, where they sit, and what they do.

Name Suppression Find information about name suppression, when it may apply, and what information is protected.

Victim Impact Statement Find support and information about victim impact statements, how they are used, and support available to prepare one.

Family court Learn when the Family Court may be involved and where to find support with the process.

District court Learn about criminal cases in the District Court and where to find information and support.

High court Find out why a case may be in the High Court and where to find support through the process.

Court of Appeal Learn what the Court of Appeal does and how appeals fit into the court process.

Youth court Find support and information about the youth justice process, family group conferences, and Youth Court.

Coroners Court Learn why a death may be referred to the Coroners Court and what support may be available.

Supreme Court Learn what the Supreme Court does and how appeals may move through this court.

Tribunals Learn about tribunals, what they can help with, and where to find more information.

Iwi panels Find out more about Te Pae Oranga, how the process works, and how you may choose to take part.