Robin Bates
Robin Bates is a Crown prosecutor known for his work in criminal cases in New Zealand. He has gained attention for his role in high-profile trials, presenting evidence and building cases against defendants in serious offenses. In a recent case, Bates was involved in the prosecution of a defendant charged with the fatal stabbing of a peer, where he questioned the accused about their actions and past incidents, highlighting the complexities of youth violence in the courtroom.
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Recent news mentions
Prosecutor Robin Bates told the court that the medical evidence and experts showed the man inflicted the baby’s injuries, even if it was unintentional.
Dunedin court hears closing arguments in case of prominent sportsman accused of injuring baby
New Zealand· 2025-09-05
Robin Bates is the police prosecutor involved in the case regarding the infant's injuries.
Mother denies prominent sportsman broke her baby’s ribsNew Zealand· 2025-08-19
Robin Bates is the police counsel to whom Jones asserted that foul play was involved in Lachie’s death.
Lachie Jones: Coroner to deliver findings six years on from toddler’s death in Gore oxidation pondNew Zealand· 2025-06-12
Robin Bates is the crown prosecutor questioning the defendant in court.
Dunedin bus hub stabbing: 14-year-old describes horror of realising he had wounded older boyNew Zealand· 2025-03-06
