We are a Crown entity established to help address potential miscarriages of justice by providing an independent review of criminal cases.
Our independence is protected by law under the Criminal Cases Review Commission Act 2019.
Learn more about who we are and how we do our work.
We review and investigate convictions and sentences and may refer cases back to the appeal courts where it is in the interests of justice.
Our Commissioners are responsible for making independent decisions on case reviews and referrals. Meet our Commissioners.
People can apply to us if they believe something went wrong in their criminal case. We assess applications to decide whether a case can be reviewed.
Our name, Te Kāhui Tātari Ture, was gifted to us by Waikato-Tainui. It reflects our role as a collective examining justice.
Our tohu is inspired by harakeke with the rito | child at the centre protected by the outer leaves, symbolising whānau, hapū, and iwi. The koruru at the top represents wairua, honouring those who have passed. The stylised carved figure, with three fingers, reflects whānau and our role to support, nurture, and care. It sits alongside our whakataukī, grounding our work in values and connection.
