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High-velocity air guns, that have been described as the weapon of choice for criminals, are set to require a firearms licence, Police Minister Judith Collins announced today.

The Three Strikes law contains safeguards for substantially mentally impaired people who are charged with serious violent offences, Police Minister Judith Collins said today.

Good morning.

It's great to see you all here today.

Earlier this week I had one of those phone calls that every Police Minister dreads.

Police Minister Judith Collins today congratulated the Police for the successful conclusion of a year-long drugs operation that resulted in the seizure of more than $5 million worth of methamphetam

The Government is to legislate to make offending against Police and Corrections officers an aggravating factor at sentencing.

Police Minister Judith Collins today commended the service of Police Commissioner Howard Broad who will not be seeking another five-year term in the role.

Police and Corrections Minister Judith Collins will discuss issues of common interest with her Australian counterparts at meetings in Canberra this week.

Kia ora.

I am honoured to be here with you today as we launch new initiatives that provide greater support for victims of crime and protection for victims of domestic violence.

Democracy has been restored for the New Zealand Police following the passing of a Bill allowing Police staff to serve in local government, Police Minister Judith Collins said.

Police Minister Judith Collins today welcomed the findings of the second monitoring report of the Auditor-General into the response of Police to the recommendations of the 2007 Commission of Inquir

New Zealand's youth justice system was a great example of how inspirational people can help turn around the lives of young offenders, Police Minister Judith Collins said today.

Good morning. Thank you for inviting me to join you today.

A six-month Police drugs operation which culminated in raids on three suspected Christchurch clan labs will put a major dent in the local methamphetamine supply, Police Minister Judith Collins said

Viv Rickard has been appointed the Deputy Commissioner of Police (Resource Management), Police Minister Judith Collins announced today. 

A Bill allowing Police staff to serve as members of local authorities was introduced to the House today by Police Minister Judith Collins.

The Sentencing and Parole Reform Bill, which was today passed by Parliament, will ensure the worst repeat violent criminals have less chance to reoffend, Police Minister Judith Collins said.

Police Minister Judith Collins today praised the success of Crimestoppers - the 0800 telephone line and website where New Zealanders can provide anonymous information about crime.

The number of Police in New Zealand has grown by 350 in the past 18 months as the Government honours its promise to deploy 600 additional Police officers into frontline roles throughout the country

Tamatea's Community Constable now has a permanent base following the opening of the new Tamatea Community Police Station by Police Minister Judith Collins today.

Police Minister Judith Collins today paid tribute to Police Senior Constable Len Snee, "a good officer, a good friend and a good man" who was killed in the line of duty a year ago today.

A Bill to ensure the worst repeat serious violent offenders stay in prison for longer, passed its second reading in Parliament today.

Police Minister Judith Collins today congratulated the Police for the successful conclusion of a two-year undercover drugs operation that resulted in over 250 people facing over 700 charges.

The priority the Government has placed on tackling drugs and violence has been reinforced by the latest Police crime statistics, Police Minister Judith Collins said.

A newspaper stunt at major provincial rugby games last weekend could easily have resulted in matches being called off and stadiums evacuated, Police Minister Judith Collins said.