Move-on orders update

NEW ZEALAND, November 2 - On Sunday 25 October move-on orders came into force. As of Tuesday 2 November, Police has issued 29 move-on orders.

Assistant Commissioner Tusha Penny says what we have seen so far is that the majority of move-on orders were issued for the reasons we expected Police would use them most — for intoxicated disruptive and disorderly behaviour. 

“As with any new law, we will continue to monitor the use of these new powers to be sure they are being implemented and used as intended.”

Orders were issued in the locations and for the reasons tabled in the attached chart.

Police is taking a graduated response approach to move-on orders. This means first officers engage with the person to understand their intent and identify any risks in their behaviour. 

Then they educate them about move-on orders and explain why the behaviour is causing concern, so the person understands the potential consequences of their behaviour. 

Following that, Police encourages them to change their behaviour and comply voluntarily. If these steps aren’t successful, then enforcement is considered through issuing a move-on order.

You can find more information online at: https://www.police.govt.nz/sites/default/files/publications/move-on-order-factsheet.pdf 

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Notes to media: Updated numbers will be available on a weekly basis.

Issued by Police Media Centre

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