Court
Arrest warrant for rape accused
Saturday 26 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National
An arrest warrant has been issued for a Mangaia man who failed to turn up to the High Court for sentencing
Cook Islands step up campaign to end violence against women
Saturday 26 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Court, Local, National
The Cook Islands Police Service marked White Ribbon Day in a collaborative effort with the Ministry of Internal Affairs (INTAFF) starting with a 7am Mass at the St Joseph’s Catholic Cathedral on Friday.
Man fined $2000 for damaging power pole
Friday 25 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National
A worker who crashed his truck into a power pole near Muri has to pay reparations for both the damaged power pole, and the cost of the police moving the vehicle off the road.
Petition appeal dismissed: Cook Islands Party all clear to form coalition government
Thursday 24 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National, Politics
The Cook Islands United Party’s petition accusing two independent Atiu candidates of treating has lost its appeal, and remains struck out, with the Cook Islands Party likely to seek costs.
Jury trial postponed
Wednesday 23 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Crime, National
A jury trial scheduled for this week has been postponed after there has been a change in counsel.
‘No timeframe’ on proposed medicinal cannabis regulation
Tuesday 22 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Health, National, Politics
A medicinal cannabis advocate is calling on the Cook Islands Government to honour their promise to speed up medicinal cannabis law, but the Secretary of Health says there is ‘no timeframe’ for legislation.
Judge set to dish out sentences
Tuesday 22 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Crime, National
A busy fortnight of High Court fixtures will begin today.
Domestic violence dominates weekend incidents on Rarotonga
Monday 21 November 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
A spike in domestic violence in Rarotonga over the weekend has seen a man locked up.
In the Criminal Court at Avarua on Thursday, November 17
Monday 21 November 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
A prison warden facing multiple assault charges has entered guilty pleas.
Court briefs 17.11.2022
Friday 18 November 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
Drink driver apologises A drink-driver didn’t have to travel far to land in hot water after crashing into the Ministry of Justice building in Avarua. Ngatokorua William entered guilty pleas to drink driving and careless driving following an incident on October 5. His truck mounted the footpath by Ministry of Justice building and “plowed” into […]
Staff reasons for Solicitor General’s resignation: PM
Friday 18 November 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Court, Local, National
Cook Islands Solicitor General resigned because of “a matter of confidence within his own office with his staff”, understands the Prime Minister.
Accused released from custody on strict conditions
Friday 18 November 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
A man facing intent to injure charges has been released from custody on strict conditions.
Former Chief Justice played ‘enormous’ role in Cook Islands judiciary
Wednesday 16 November 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
A former Chief Justice who played a key role in Cook Islands courts has passed away.
‘Police have a lot of dirt to pick up’ - Cops accused of being heavy handed with drink driver
Wednesday 16 November 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Local, National
Several police officers have been grilled in court over their handing of a drink driving case, which has been described by the defence as unconstitutional, unfair and inhumane.
Court briefs 14.01.22
Sunday 13 November 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Court, Crime, National
Conflict of interest Ngatokorua William had his case adjourned because of a conflict of interest with the Justice of the Peace in the Criminal Court at Avarua. William appeared on Thursday charged with excess breath alcohol and careless driving. JP Vania Kenning told the court there was a conflict of interest but did not say […]
Court briefs 11.11.22
Saturday 12 November 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Court, National
Guilty to assault Eria Bubutei pleaded guilty to four counts of assault on a child in the Criminal Court at Avarua on Thursday. Bubutei pleaded guilty through his lawyer Mark Short. Short said: “He wants to take responsibility and that is why he is taking this plea today.” Justice of the Peace Vania Kenning set […]
Court briefs 11.10.2022
Friday 11 November 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Court, National
Theft as a servant Ngatamaine Pupuke charged with four counts of theft as a servant appeared in the Criminal Court at Avarua on Thurasday via Zoom from Manihiki. However, Pupuke’s lawyer did not appear. Police asked for the matter to be adjourned. Justice of the Peace Vania Kenning, who oversaw the matter, said there was […]
18 months’ probation for resort theft
Thursday 10 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Crime, National
An Aitutaki man who stole more than $5900 from a resort over a period of 10 months has been sentenced to 18 months’ probation.
New acting Solicitor General for Cooks but questions remain
Wednesday 9 November 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Court, National
Newly appointed Deputy Solicitor General Lauaki Jason Annandale has found himself acting in the top job but there are unanswered questions around his appointment.
Solicitor General resigns after only nine months in job
Tuesday 8 November 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in BREAKING NEWS, Court, National
Cook Islands Solicitor General Graham Leung has resigned after less than 12 months in the job.