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flag Māori first-time drink drivers in New Zealand were over twice as likely to get community sentences as Europeans, despite similar offenses.

flag A New Zealand study of first-time drink-driving offenders from 2008 to 2013 found Māori individuals were more than twice as likely to receive community-based sentences as New Zealand Europeans, despite similar alcohol levels and other factors. flag The analysis of over 10,000 cases showed Māori offenders, who were younger and more likely to be parents or live in deprived areas, received such sentences at a rate of 9.9% compared to 3.3% for Europeans. flag Disparities were greatest in district courts where community sentences were common, suggesting regional court practices amplify inequities. flag The findings raise concerns about fairness in sentencing and highlight the need for consistent practices to ensure equitable treatment across ethnic groups.

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