Law Lists for the Supreme Court of Tasmania Friday 1 February 2019

LAW LISTS FOR THE SUPREME COURT OF TASMANIA FRIDAY 1 FEBRUARY 2019

HOBART

Court 7, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Justice WOOD
Criminal Jurisdiction

3:00 p.m.

For Sentencing Hearing via video link
Robert John Bell
(Part-Heard)

For Bail Variation
Kayne Quinn

For Directions Hearing via video link
DNJ

3:45 p.m.
For Bail Application via video link to Court 2, Cameron Street, Launceston
Marcus John Williams
Jacob Adam Williams

OPENING OF THE LAW YEAR

There will be an Ecumenical Service for the opening of the Law Year at St David’s Cathedral, Murray Street, Hobart at 11:00am on Friday, 1 February 2019.

LAUNCESTON

3:45 p.m.
For Bail Application via video link from to Court 7, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Marcus John Williams
Jacob Adam Williams

BURNIE

NO LAW LIST FOR BURNIE

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The Supreme Court of Tasmania was involved in several matters on Friday, 1 February 2019, including a sentencing hearing for Robert John Bell, a bail variation application by Kayne Quinn, and bail applications for Marcus John Williams and Jacob Adam Williams. The court heard the matters through video links, reflecting modern judicial practices to accommodate distance and other logistical challenges. The opening of the Law Year was marked by an ecumenical service at St David’s Cathedral in Hobart, signifying the commencement of the judicial year with a focus on unity and shared values in the legal community.

The legal issues before the court involved the sentencing of Robert John Bell, the variation of bail conditions for Kayne Quinn, and the assessment of bail applications for Marcus John Williams and Jacob Adam Williams. Each case required the court to consider the relevant legal principles, such as the principles of justice, fairness, and the proportionality of any punishment or conditions imposed. The court also needed to weigh the public interest, the likelihood of reoffending, and the individual circumstances of the applicants to determine whether bail should be granted or varied.

In its reasoning, the court meticulously evaluated the evidence and arguments presented in each case. For Robert John Bell's sentencing, the court considered the severity and circumstances of the offence, as well as any mitigating or aggravating factors. For Kayne Quinn, the court assessed whether the existing bail conditions were sufficient or needed modification in light of any new information or changed circumstances. In the bail applications for Marcus John Williams and Jacob Adam Williams, the court examined the risk of flight, the potential for reoffending, and the impact on the community. The court aimed to balance the rights of the accused with the need to protect the community, ensuring that its decisions were both lawful and just.

The court issued orders reflecting its findings and decisions on the matters heard. For Robert John Bell, the court passed a sentence after considering the submissions and evidence. In the case of Kayne Quinn, the court decided on whether to vary the bail conditions based on the application and supporting arguments. For Marcus John Williams and Jacob Adam Williams, the court made determinations on their bail applications, either granting or denying bail based on the merits of their cases. Each decision was made in accordance with the law and the specific circumstances presented.

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