
Judge June Jelas
Judge June Jelas serves on the bench of Te Kooti o Timatanga Hou, the Court of New Beginnings in Auckland, where she oversees cases involving homeless individuals seeking rehabilitation through the justice system. Known for her compassionate approach, Judge Jelas aims to create an environment that encourages defendants to engage positively with the court process and pursue pathways to stability and housing.
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Judge June Jelas presides over the court and engages with the defendants.
An incident at homeless court: Steve Braunias draws up 10 responses to a car crash in an Auckland courtroomThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2026-06-23




