Judge Marshall
Judge Marshall is a presiding judge involved in cases concerning domestic violence and assault. In a notable recent case, he evaluated the circumstances surrounding a defendant's violent behavior towards his partner and ultimately decided against granting a discharge without conviction, emphasizing the seriousness of the offenses and the need for accountability.
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Recent news mentions
Judge Marshall accepted the Crown’s aggravating features and that the administration of justice was interfered with significantly.
Remand prisoner convinces ex-partner to withdraw family violence charges with threat of a ‘bullet’
New Zealand· 2026-02-19
Judge Marshall noted that Morgan was more savvy about things than the victim.
Jessie Morgan’s sex with an underage teen leaves a trail of despairNew Zealand· 2025-10-02
Judge Marshall commented on Clarke's outdated views on discipline during the trial.
Lucky Clarke, 74, throttled, punched, child after thinking she’s grabbed his cellphoneNew Zealand· 2025-09-28
Judge Marshall ordered Owen to complete a healthy relationships programme and not to associate or contact the victim.
Waikato man Ashley Owen avoids hefty sentence as Crown unable to prove exact ageNew Zealand· 2025-09-22
Judge Marshall noted Potae’s previous convictions and lack of engagement with the pre-sentence report writer.
Hamilton man Jamahl Potae hit partner, daughter and punched puppy 4 timesNew Zealand· 2025-03-21
Judge Marshall characterised their 'on and off' relationship as 'tumultuous and eventually toxic'.
‘Belligerent’ Whangamata man loses bid to avoid conviction after assaulting partnerNew Zealand· 2025-03-19
