When I first heard this story I thought that this person should not be sheltered from accountability of his revolting actions, however after learing who this person is and the greater implications of having his name public, I think the judge has made a very difficult but potentially wise decision.
Surely some one should review the continued service of this judge, his stated opinions appear to be at odds with many of the common values held by most New Zealanders, and it would be of interest to establish if the unnamed person is a major supporter of any political party
Historically,Name Suppression has been enjoyed by Aristocracy,the famous,the rich priveledged few, champions of the nation (sportsmen,entertainers,royalty,and prominent members of masonic lodges, rotary clubs, those of high military status, and of course members of the Judiciary),so now we find this Name Suppression Rort has been extended to child pornographers and their deviate mates. This carry-on has been prevelant for years and I cannot see it changing in the foreseeable future as it is the abovementioned people that have the power to lobby Parliamentarians to maintain the status quo, and to legislate further statutes to protect them being exposed if they are caught at it.We can but hope that through the media,those citizens who find the Name Suppression laws totally unacceptable,publically critise this abuse of our justice system at every chance.