Melanie Collie
Melanie Collie is a defense lawyer in New Zealand, recognized for her advocacy on behalf of her clients. In a recent court case, she represented a young defendant facing multiple charges, arguing for a discharge without conviction by highlighting her client's desire for change and stability through medication. Collie's defense strategies often focus on the psychological and social factors that influence her clients' behaviors.
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Recent news mentions
Defence lawyer Melanie Collie noted that Dykstra was 'very much more stable on his medication' than at the time of offending.
Auckland, Taupō rampages: Suppression lapses for Andrew Dykstra, who rammed police car
New Zealand· 2025-07-06
Defence lawyer Melanie Collie asked for her client to receive a discharge without conviction, noting the defendant is now 'very much more stable on his medication'.
Sexual assault victim says delays in Christchurch case took a toll as offender’s needs were prioritisedNew Zealand· 2025-04-06
Defence lawyer Melanie Collie asked for her client to receive a discharge without conviction.
State Highway 1 closed: Serious injuries reported in Manawatū crashNew Zealand· 2025-04-05Defence lawyer Melanie Collie asked for her client to receive a discharge without conviction.
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NZ Post courier driver kidnapped by armed gang member who stole up to 40 parcelsNew Zealand· 2025-04-05
Defence lawyer Melanie Collie asked for her client to receive a discharge without conviction.
Most Auckland beaches unsafe for swimming after heavy rainNew Zealand· 2025-04-05Defence lawyer Melanie Collie asked for her client to receive a discharge without conviction.
Auckland, Taupō rampages: Teen Jaguar driver sentenced for ramming police car near Queen StNew Zealand· 2025-04-05Defence lawyer Melanie Collie asked for her client to receive a discharge without conviction.
Serious assault Mt Wellington: Fight in Auckland leaves one person in critical conditionNew Zealand· 2025-04-05