Audio/Images: New Organised Crime Agency Announced

Wednesday, 2 April 2008, 3:01 pm
Article: Lyndon Hood

New Organised Crime Agency Announced

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Justice Minister Annette King today announced a new organised and financial crime agency (OFCANZ) will be launched on 1 July. The agency will integrate the Serious Fraud Office into the police. SFO powers such as examination and compliance orders will be extended to organised crime, and placed under judicial oversight.

Other changes planned include expanding the range of offences where identity protection can be afforded to undercover officers in court.

Deputy Police Commissioner Rob Pope was present and discussed operational aspects of the change.

Scoop Audio: Annette King and Rob Pope announce new organised and financial crime agency launch (first 10 minutes of press conference).

More info:

NZ Govt - King: Organised and Financial Crime Agency
NZ Police - Police Welcome New Crime Agency & Powers
Police Association - Organised Crime Agency Must Be Integrated
Out-Link - Crime Prevention Unit New Zealand: Organised Crime

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