Abstract
Electoral Law in Aotearoa New Zealand not only sets out the legal rules that apply to elections but also explains why they are that way in straightforward manner. Written by New Zealand's foremost expert on the topic, Electoral Law in Aotearoa New Zealand is accessible reading for both the legally trained and lay reader and has been recognized as an authoritative source by the High Court, the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court.
The third edition updates developments since 2013 including:
• The effect of COVID 19 on the 2020 election date, as well as new legislative provisions to respond to emergencies at election time;
• Changes to political funding rules, voting procedures and enrolment practices;
• The Supreme Court’s issuing of NZBORA declarations of inconsistency in relation to prisoner voting and the voting age, as well as subsequent parliamentary responses;
• The Court of Appeal's discussion of election broadcast regulation in Watson and Jones v Election Commission;
• Prosecutions against individuals involved in fundraising activities for the NZ First, National and Labour Parties;
• Changes to how Māori may move between the Māori and general electoral rolls.