New Zealand legal system

New Zealand’s legal system is a common law system, meaning laws are developed through court decisions and legislation. It operates under a parliamentary democracy with laws made by Parliament and interpreted by courts. The judiciary is independent, ensuring fair trials and justice. Key institutions include the Supreme Court as the highest court, accompanied by lower courts like the Court of Appeal, High Court, and district courts. Laws are based on statutes, legal principles, and customs, and the system emphasizes human rights, fairness, and the rule of law to govern societal conduct.