New Zealand court grants lawyers for mosque shooter permanent anonymity to protect from threats.

The New Zealand Court of Appeal has granted permanent anonymity to the lawyers representing the Christchurch mosque shooter, Brenton Tarrant. The decision, unprecedented in New Zealand, was made to protect the lawyers and their families from potential "vigilante justice" and threats. The court noted that lawyers representing controversial clients may face abuse and threats via social media.

November 15, 2024
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