
John Sandston
John Sandston is a defense lawyer who is representing the individual charged with the murder of police officer Lyn Fleming. He has been involved in legal proceedings surrounding the case, including requests for name suppression and adjournments related to plea entries.
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Judge Macklin said defence counsel John Sandston’s request for a guilty plea reduction was appropriate.
Nelson District Court: Father jailed for repeated sexual offending against daughterThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2026-09-12
The man’s lawyer, John Sandston, filed for an extension until his appearance in the High Court.
Nelson police officer Lyn Fleming death: Man accused of murder keeps name secret for another fortnightThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2025-02-13














