Judge Aitken
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Judge Aitken was in the news due to an inquiry into her alleged misconduct at a New Zealand First event, where she expressed disagreement with a speaker's comments regarding the role of tikanga Māori in law, leading to discussions about the boundaries between judicial conduct and public commentary.
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Judge Aitken was described as highly principled and courageous by Judge McNaughton.
Judicial conduct hearing: Judge David McNaughton refers to possible ‘excessive drinking’ by KC lawyer at Auckland’s Northern ClubThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2026-02-13
New Zealand· 2026-02-13
Judge Aitken has publicly apologised for her behaviour, which she accepted was rude and inappropriate.
Inquiry to consider if judge should be removed after alleged conduct at NZ First eventThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-06-12
New Zealand· 2025-06-12
