Duty lawyer

Duty lawyer no longer representing Christchurch terror attack accused

The 28-year-old appeared in the Christchurch District Court on Saturday morning amid a heavy police presence.

The accused was represented on the day by duty lawyer Richard Peters.

Mr Peters told RNZ Tarrant indicated on the day that he wished to represent himself.

He said the accused did not complete a legal aid application but advised the accused that the court may appoint an amicus curiae (a lawyer that assists the court).

Mr Peters said his involvement was limited to appearing as a duty lawyer.