Richard Barnsdale
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Richard Barnsdale is a defense lawyer representing Michael Mead, advocating for a more lenient sentence by arguing that Mead has psychological issues that need treatment, while also emphasizing that he should be given the opportunity to rehabilitate and potentially re-enter society.
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Owen’s counsel, Richard Barnsdale, asked for an end point of two years which would allow the judge to consider home detention.
Waikato man Ashley Owen avoids hefty sentence as Crown unable to prove exact ageThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2025-09-22
New Zealand· 2025-09-22
Defence counsel Richard Barnsdale read a statement from the man in which he expressed his 'deepest regret' to the victims.
Hamilton man attacked woman, stabbed toddler and killed baby on New Year’s DayThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-09-06
New Zealand· 2025-09-06
Richard Barnsdale urged the judge not to impose a minimum period of imprisonment for Michael Mead.
Hamilton sentencing: Michael Mead jailed for violent, painful sexual violation of womanThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-07-04
New Zealand· 2025-07-04
