
Peter Davey
Judge Peter Davey is a New Zealand District Court judge who presided over Elaine Rudolph's sentencing. He emphasized the seriousness of her offenses, noting her extensive criminal record and the dangerous nature of her actions during the police chase, ultimately sentencing her to 20 months in prison.
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Judge Peter Davey has reserved his decision for late June.
Northsouth Livestock agents William and Kathryn Reid accused of false NAIT records after cows vanishThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2026-06-01
Judge Peter Davey did not accept that Erutoe was unaware of the victim's serious wound.
Northland caregiver Susan Erutoe jailed for neglect and abuse of vulnerable adultsThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2026-05-31
Judge Peter Davey stated that Gillies should have presented evidence at trial to support his claims.
Stonemason Colin Gillies sent to prison for defrauding Kaitāia business, StonecraftThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2025-12-01
Judge Peter Davey said the accident devastated the victims and their lives would never be the same.
Waipu crash leaves Northland couple’s lives shattered, driver sentencedThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2025-04-12
Judge Peter Davey sentenced Rudolph to 20 months' imprisonment for her dangerous driving.
Northland: High-speed chase on rims ends in jail for disqualified driver Elaine RudolphThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2025-02-24


















