Overview

Introduction

The Department of Corrections has legislative authority to share information with the New Zealand Police about certain offenders who profile with a very high probability of re-offending.

Sharing information about the release of these Highest Risk Offenders helps to protect the public and allows for the better management of such offenders by the Department in conjunction with the NZ Police.

This information sharing occurs between PPS and Police, CPS and Police and through an electronic interface between Corrections and Police.

Note: Highest Risk Offenders as defined by the Corrections Act 2004 are hereafter referred to as "HRX Offenders".

Reference: Corrections Act 2004 s182

Offender Warning System

All Highest Risk Offenders will be included on the register of the Offender Warning System and are to be managed according to OWS guidelines.

Reference: Vol 4, Part 1, Ch 3, Offender Warning System.

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