Golriz Ghahraman

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The Rise and Fall of Golriz Ghahraman: From Green Party MP to Shoplifting Scandal

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Former Green Party MP Golriz Ghahraman's political career takes a shocking turn as she faces shoplifting charges and a denied discharge without conviction.

Former Green Party member Golriz Ghahraman has recently faced a major setback in her once-promising political career. The Auckland District Court denied her application for a discharge without conviction in a shoplifting case, adding to the challenges she currently faces. Despite showing remorse and repaying stolen items, she was fined $1600 for the offense. This event marks a significant fall from grace for Ghahraman, who now navigates a complex legal and public relations situation.

Ghahraman's appearance in court was accompanied by public scrutiny as she sat in the gallery while her sentence was announced. The former MP's shoplifting conviction has not only tarnished her reputation but also raised questions about her integrity and judgement. The news of her fine for shoplifting and the denial of discharge without conviction have captured the attention of the public, shedding light on the personal struggles and legal consequences faced by public figures.

Amidst the controversy, Ghahraman broke her silence on criticisms related to her mental health issues, highlighting the challenges she faced and the impact of public scrutiny on her well-being. This candid revelation provides a deeper insight into the human side of a political figure entangled in legal troubles. As she awaits her punishment for the shoplifting charges, Ghahraman's public image and future prospects remain uncertain, reflecting the unpredictability of a once-promising political career.

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Former Green Party MP Golriz Ghahraman denied discharge without ... (New Zealand Herald)

Her once-promising political career now in tatters, former Green Party MP Golriz Ghahraman endured another blow this afternoon as she stood in an Auckland.

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Former Green Party MP Golriz Ghahraman denied discharge without ... (RNZ)

Reading her decision at the Auckland District Court on Thursday, Judge June Jelas said Ghahraman's show of remorse and repayment of stolen items, as well as her ...

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Golriz Ghahraman fined for shoplifting, denied discharge without ... (1 News)

The former Green MP had her application for a discharge without conviction declined. Ghahraman sat in the public gallery as her sentence was read out. When ...

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Former Green Party MP Golriz Ghahraman gets $1600 fine for ... (Newshub)

Former Green Party MP Golriz Ghahraman has been fined $1600 at the Auckland District Court on Thursday after earlier this year admitting to shoplifting.

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Golriz Ghahraman convicted of shoplifting (Otago Daily Times)

Golriz Ghahraman (centre) outside the Auckland District Court where she appeared for sentencing today on shoplifting charges. Photo: RNZ.

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Golriz Ghahraman breaks silence on criticism she used mental ... (Stuff.co.nz)

'It's the hardest thing in the world' - former Green MP opens up about her mental health crisis and criticism she used it as a shield after being caught ...

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'Not getting off easy': Ex-MP Golriz Ghahraman to find out ... (Newstalk ZB)

Former Green Party MP Golriz Ghahraman will find out her punishment today for shoplifting more than $9000 worth of clothing.

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NZ politics live: Golriz Ghahraman to learn sentence for shoplifting (Stuff.co.nz)

The former Green MP learns her fate having applied for a discharge without conviction after pleading guilty to four charges of shoplifting from three ...

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'Just shame, shame,' - Former MP Golriz Ghahraman speaks in first ... (RNZ)

In her first in-depth interview after her arrest for shoplifting, she tells John Campbell it was an act of "self-sabotage."

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Golriz Ghahraman convicted of shoplifting and ordered to pay fine ... (Stuff.co.nz)

The former Green MP was convicted of shoplifting and fined with the judge saying she had been “proactive to seek to make amends to her offending.“

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Former Green Party MP Golriz Ghahraman Denied Discharge ... (Scoop.co.nz)

Reading her decision at the Auckland District Court on Thursday, Judge June Jelas said Ghahraman's show of remorse and repayment of stolen items, as well as her ...

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Golriz Ghahraman case: Experts explain Complex PTSD and loss ... (New Zealand Herald)

Golriz Ghahraman 's theft of dresses, accessories and tops from three high-end boutiques was described as “loss-reactive shoplifting” at a sentencing ...

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Tova podcast: Chlöe Swarbrick on Golriz Ghahraman, Darleen Tana ... (Stuff.co.nz)

The Green Party co-leader sat down for an extended interview on Stuff's Tova podcast.

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John Campbell tells Golriz Ghahraman she was a 'dismal shoplifter ... (More FM)

Former Green MP Golriz Ghahraman is owning up to the "bizarre behaviour" that saw her shoplift nearly $9k worth of clothing from high-end stores earlier ...

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Golriz Ghahraman leaves court without speaking after conviction for ... (New Zealand Herald)

Judge June Jelas denied the Golriz Ghahraman's request for a discharge without conviction. Video / NZ Herald.

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What is 'loss-reactive shoplifting', cited in Golriz Ghahraman's court ... (RNZ)

Former Green MP Golriz Ghahraman's lawyer says 'loss-reactive shoplifting' caused her to take nearly $9000 worth of clothes. But what does this term mean?

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Ex-Green MP Golriz Ghahraman to find out punishment for ... (New Zealand Herald)

Ex-Green MP Golriz Ghahraman pleaded guilty to four shoplifting charges in Auckland District Court today. Video / Dean Purcell / Cameron Pitney ... Former Green ...

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