The role of the NZBORA in protecting citizens rights.( Role of the courts and parliament.)
Looking at the New Zealand Bill of rights and how it protects your citizen rights in New Zealand. The New Zealand Bill of Rights Act is an important act in New Zealand in protecting citizen rights. The role of the NZBORA is to protect human rights and the freedoms of the New Zealand people. It is important to have the NZBORA for a citizen protection to ensure citizens are not taken advantage of or treated unlawfully and wrong in ways such as torture. It is also important to note that the NZBORE does not only protect people but un-natural persons as well such as businesses. All of the rights in the act are important and need to be respected by others.
Some of the rights are;
You have a right to life and security.
You have a right to Justice
you have a right to non-discrimination
These are just some of the important rights involve in the NZBORA.
The Courts play an important role in implementing the New Zealand Bil of Rights Act. If you as a Citizen feel your rights have been abused, you are able to approach and appeal to the courts. The main and key issue to look at when dealing with the NZBORA and the courts is that of a balance of rights. In New Zealand the courts can take judgment where needed to ensure there is a balance of individuals rights with others. Rights may be pushed aside depending on the case. A citizens right maybe pushed aside for the good of others and the community. If your right has a bad effect on the community it is up to the courts to balance these rights to ensure fair justice is received by all.
If new Legislation is to be passed the government needs to be sure that the legislation to be passed is not irregular with the New Zealand Bill of Rights Act. However if the is a strong enough reason for the legislation to be passed and the government is able to supply a reason for the implication on the Bill of Rights Act. The legislation may then be signed and implemented. An important position in dealing with legislation and the irregularities which may arise and effect citizen rights is that of the attorney-general, as he needs to report any irregularities with the legislation and the Bill of Rights act.The most important branches and sections of New Zealand Law which deal with the NZBORA are the parliament , executive and judiciary. These branches ensure the Bill of Rights Act is upheld and treated with respect. The also help to ensure balance is kept between the rights of all citizens, of the country.
When dealing with your rights you need to know that judgment can be taken with your right being pushed aside, and that your rights are not always there to protect you, and mainly when you are in the wrong.
References: Courts Of New Zealand. Courts Of New Zealand. Retrieved 22/03/2011, from http:/www.courtsofnz.govt.nz/about/system/role/overview
The role of the NZBORA in protecting citizens rights.( Role of the courts and parliament.)
Looking at the New Zealand Bill of rights and how it protects your citizen rights in New Zealand. The New Zealand Bill of Rights Act is an important act in New Zealand in protecting citizen rights. The role of the NZBORA is to protect human rights and the freedoms of the New Zealand people. It is important to have the NZBORA for a citizen protection to ensure citizens are not taken advantage of or treated unlawfully and wrong in ways such as torture. It is also important to note that the NZBORE does not only protect people but un-natural persons as well such as businesses. All of the rights in the act are important and need to be respected by others.
Some of the rights are;
- You have a right to life and security.
- You have a right to Justice
- you have a right to non-discrimination
These are just some of the important rights involve in the NZBORA.The Courts play an important role in implementing the New Zealand Bil of Rights Act. If you as a Citizen feel your rights have been abused, you are able to approach and appeal to the courts. The main and key issue to look at when dealing with the NZBORA and the courts is that of a balance of rights. In New Zealand the courts can take judgment where needed to ensure there is a balance of individuals rights with others. Rights may be pushed aside depending on the case. A citizens right maybe pushed aside for the good of others and the community. If your right has a bad effect on the community it is up to the courts to balance these rights to ensure fair justice is received by all.
If new Legislation is to be passed the government needs to be sure that the legislation to be passed is not irregular with the New Zealand Bill of Rights Act. However if the is a strong enough reason for the legislation to be passed and the government is able to supply a reason for the implication on the Bill of Rights Act. The legislation may then be signed and implemented. An important position in dealing with legislation and the irregularities which may arise and effect citizen rights is that of the attorney-general, as he needs to report any irregularities with the legislation and the Bill of Rights act. The most important branches and sections of New Zealand Law which deal with the NZBORA are the parliament , executive and judiciary. These branches ensure the Bill of Rights Act is upheld and treated with respect. The also help to ensure balance is kept between the rights of all citizens, of the country.
When dealing with your rights you need to know that judgment can be taken with your right being pushed aside, and that your rights are not always there to protect you, and mainly when you are in the wrong.
References:
Courts Of New Zealand. Courts Of New Zealand. Retrieved 22/03/2011, from http:/www.courtsofnz.govt.nz/about/system/role/overview
Hone.(29/08/2010) Hone harawira Te Tai Tokerau. Retrieved 22/03/2011, from http://hone.co.nz/2010/08/29/legal-services-bill-first-reading/
Human Rights Commission. (2010). Human Rights Commission. Retrieved 22/03/2011, from http://www.hrc.co.nz/human-rights-environment/human- rights-legislation/new-zealand-bill-of-rights-act/
Ministry Of Justice. Ministry Of Justice. Retrieved 22/03/2011, from http://www.justice.govt.nz/publications/global-publications/t/the-new-zealand-bill-of-rights-act-1990
Orlov, Evgeny. (12/10/2007). NZLawyer Online. Retrieved 22/03/2011, from http://www.nzlawyermagazine.co.nz/Archives/Issue75/F2/tabbed/584/Default.aspx