BRADY v POLICE

Brady appeals against his conviction and sentence, and the police seek an extension of time to respond. The appeal pertains to the cumulative nature of sentences for theft and breach of bail, and the imposition of a suspended sentence of imprisonment. The court considered whether the sentences should have been concurrent rather than cumulative, given the separate nature of the offences. It held that there was no error in making the sentences cumulative, as they were committed about six months apart. The court also held that the cumulative nature of the sentences did not warrant a reduction in the individual sentences or any degree of concurrency.

The appeal against the sentence was dismissed, and the application for an extension of time was refused. The court ordered that the appellant pay costs in the amount of $750.00. The court found that the appellant's three grounds of appeal were without merit, and the sentences imposed were appropriate given the nature of the offences and the appellant's criminal history. The court emphasised the importance of considering the separate nature of the offences when determining the appropriate sentence, and held that there was no error in making the sentences cumulative. The appeal was dismissed, and the appellant was ordered to pay costs.