Why our cannabis laws are racist

Summer reissue: In October, New Zealand voted against legalising cannabis in a non-binding referendum. Law expert Khylee Quince explains how racism plays a big part in the way current cannabis laws are applied – and why it’s time for reform. First published 9 September, 2020. Independent journalism depends on you. Help us stay curious in … Read more

Why our cannabis laws are racist

Law expert Khylee Quince explains how racism plays a big part in the way current cannabis laws are applied – and why it’s time for reform. On October 17, New Zealanders will vote on whether they think recreational use of cannabis should be legal. It’s a non-binding referendum, which means that even if more than … Read more

Defending the Indefensible? On the Grace Millane trial and victim blaming

The evidence about Grace Millane’s past put forward by the defence team was not only directly relevant, but treated carefully and with respect, argues Khylee Quince, associate professor in the School of Law at AUT. When Oscar Wilde referred to the practice of law as “vulgar” he was likely thinking of the contest that is … Read more