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Appropriate Decision-Making:

The rule of law and judicial independence are fundamental to achieving justice. Transparency is necessary to ensure that justice is both done and seen to be done.

Non-Violence: 

The justice system should engage all participants with compassion, ensure support is available, and seek to be transformative and restorative rather than punitive.

International Obligations:

Honouring international obligations and institutions is necessary to ensure justice and peace, both internationally and in Aotearoa New Zealand.