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Legal stuff
Legal stuff
Whatever age you are, under the law you have certain rights. Links to further information and help follow.
 Keep in mind:
- if you are still at school or at a tertiary institution, the staff may well be able to offer some help or guidance
- it is a good idea to have a parent or an older person you trust who can act as an advocate if necessary.
Young people’s rights
If you’re under 18, your human rights are listed in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCROC).
For more information, see the links on the sidebar that include a page on UNCROC.
Fines On-Line
Pay your fine or check if you've got one, learn about your rights and
obligations. More...
Legal services
If you are in serious trouble and can't afford a lawyer, you can apply
for legal aid. See young people and criminal legal aid
Lowdown Know your rights!
The Citizens Advice Bureau provides
info on consumers, police, employment, legal ages and more.
Ministry of Consumer Affairs
Make sure you get a fair deal whether you’re buying a car, sale
shopping or whatever. More...
Tenancy services
Info on flat and landlord problems/disputes. More...
What’s tax
What is tax and why do you have to pay it? More…
Youthlaw Tino Rangatiratanga Taitamariki
Get info about how the law can help you overcome issues that may be affecting you as a young person such as:
- community law centres throughout Aotearoa/New Zealand specialising in the law as it affects children and young people
- legal advice line where you can ring in and talk to a lawyer who can advise you about your legal problem
- publications on young people's legal rights and responsibilities
- More…
Confused?
Not quite sure what a select committee is or if ‘Bill’ is just a guy with a seagull on his head? Check out Dr.Glossie’s Glossary of Political Terms.
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