Bill Lawson
Bill Lawson is a New Zealand judge serving in the Tauranga District Court. He recently presided over the case of Glenn Forsyth, where he acknowledged Forsyth's remorse while also emphasizing the seriousness of the offense involving animal cruelty and firearm use, ultimately deciding against a prison sentence.
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Judge Bill Lawson noted the severity of Little's actions during the sentencing.
Tauranga man Hawaiki Dean Little sentenced for assault on daughter; ‘callous’ attack on dog
New Zealand· 2025-12-21
Judge Bill Lawson noted the severity of Little's actions during the sentencing.
Tauranga man Hawaiki Dean Little sentenced for assault on daughter; ‘callous’ attack on dogNew Zealand· 2025-12-21Judge Bill Lawson said the man continued to deny the rape, despite being found guilty by a jury.
Tauranga man jailed for raping ex-wife in same bed as their sleeping 5-year-oldNew Zealand· 2025-07-07
Judge Bill Lawson said the man continued to deny the rape, despite being found guilty by a jury.
Tauranga man jailed for raping ex-wife in same bed as their sleeping 5-year-oldNew Zealand· 2025-07-07Judge Bill Lawson accepted Forsyth's remorse and sentenced him to community detention.
Bay of Plenty man Glenn Forsyth sentenced for shooting dog on his propertyNew Zealand· 2025-03-08
Judge Bill Lawson said he accepted Forsyth was remorseful.
Bay of Plenty man Glenn Forsyth sentenced for shooting dog on his propertyNew Zealand· 2025-03-08
