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Footnote citation: The first time legislation is referred to in the main text, give its full reference.
Subsequent references: For subsequent references as long as it is obvious from the context, it is sufficient to refer to the relevant section or part of the legislation. Read more about cross-referencing rules at NZLSG Rule 2.3.
See NZLSG Rule 2.2 for more guidance on footnote formatting.
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When New Zealand codified criminal law offences in the Crimes Act 1961 all common law offences were abolished.1 The common law rules that provide justifications or excuses for any acts, omissions, or defenses to a charge remained in force unless altered by further legislation.2
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Short title Year enacted (Jurisdiction abbreviation if overseas legislation), Optional Pinpoint Citation.
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