Ian Gault
Ian Gault is a Justice of the Court of Appeal in New Zealand, noted for presiding over significant cases, including the recent decision to quash the convictions of Earl Opetaia, highlighting issues of judicial fairness and the rights of the accused.
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Justice Ian Gault noted the information before the judge about Heta's long-term gang associations.
Rotorua gang member Raymond Heta fails to get jail term reduced after his attack left victim paraplegic
New Zealand· 2025-09-04
Justice Ian Gault noted the information before the judge regarding Heta's long-term gang associations.
Rotorua gang member Raymond Heta fails to get jail term reduced after his attack left victim paraplegicNew Zealand· 2025-09-04Justices Pheroze Jagose, Ian Gault and Christine French said in their decision while credit should have been given for background factors.
Court of Appeal shortens Rosabel Kronfeld’s prison term for aggravated burglary attackNew Zealand· 2025-09-02
Justice Ian Gault noted the circumstances of the incident during the sentencing hearing.
Connor Boyd manslaughter: Kaiya Shute to be released on parole, subject to strict conditionsNew Zealand· 2025-07-21
Justice Ian Gault presided over the sentencing of the Manuel brothers.
Shayden Perkinson murder: Brothers sentenced for Whangārei petrol station knife attackNew Zealand· 2025-07-02
Justice Ian Gault noted that Whichman's explanation for his violence didn't excuse it but saw a glimmer of hope in his case.
Recidivist police impersonator George Whichman jailed again after fake passport bidNew Zealand· 2025-06-29
Justice Ian Gault presided over the sentencing of Bradley Wijohn and acknowledged his troubled background.
Record-breaking drug bust: Bradley Wijohn sentenced for transporting 613kg meth seized in Auckland following Operation WeirtonNew Zealand· 2025-06-14
Justice Ian Gault presided over the case and commented on the treatment of the victims.
Auckland CYF abuse case: Sexual abuse charges dropped against ex-carer Earl Opetaia after Court of Appeal victoryNew Zealand· 2025-02-25
