This On Demand was recorded on 21 November 2022.

Parole law is a growth area, as more prisoners are wanting legal representation when seeking parole.Broaden your skills and receive practical guidance from senior parole practitioners Emma Priest and Hannah Kim (Co-convenors of the ADLS Parole Committee) on advanced parole law and complex applications. Sir Ron Young, Chairperson of the NZ Parole Board, will also chair this On Demand and provide additional commentary.

Who should view?

All parole practitioners, new and experienced, and other criminal defence lawyers wanting to develop or improve their Parole Law practice.

Learning Outcomes

• Learn how to prepare and appear at Parole Board hearings for:
• Section 26 Applications (applications to bring forward parole date)
• Extended Board hearings (those with life imprisonment)
• Applications for Extended Supervision Orders (ESOs) and Public Protection Orders (PPOs)
• Recall Applications- Reconsideration Applications
• Applications for Variation of Conditions
• Compassionate Release Applications
• Gain a better understanding of the law and legal tests to be met for complex parole applications.
• Learn tips and tricks for appearing on complex parole applications, including applying for legal aid amendments to grant.
• Benefit from receiving relevant materials, including checklists, sample submissions and example legal aid amendments to grant.

Presenter Details

Chair

Sir Ron Young | Chairperson NZ Parole Board

Presenter

Emma Priest | Barrister, Blackstone Chambers

Presenter

Hannah Kim | Barrister