Peter Blanchard
Justice Peter Blanchard is a prominent figure in New Zealand's judicial system, known for his thoughtful legal reasoning and commitment to upholding the rights of individuals. He has served on the New Zealand Court of Appeal, where he has ruled on various significant cases, often addressing complex legal issues and ensuring justice is served fairly. His recent decision to overturn a drink-driving conviction highlighted the importance of the right to consult a lawyer in private, showcasing his dedication to protecting individual rights under the New Zealand Bill of Rights Act.
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Recent news mentions
Peter Blanchard said surveys showed the community was strongly supportive of restoring and upgrading the baths.
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Australia· 2025-10-19
Peter Blanchard from the Harvard & Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics discovered a faint light source near the center of the region associated with the radio burst.
Astronomen lokalisieren einen schnellen Radioblitz in einer nahen Galaxie
Switzerland· 2025-09-03
Peter Blanchard is the lead author of the Webb study and a research associate in the Harvard College Observatory.
Astronomers detect brightest mysterious fast radio burst yet
United States· 2025-08-27
Justice Peter Blanchard’s appeal decision ruled there was a miscarriage of justice.
High Court overturns drink-driving conviction after lawyer, police errors
New Zealand· 2025-04-04
