Law Lists For the Supreme Court of Tasmania Friday 15 January 2021

LAW LISTS FOR THE SUPREME COURT OF TASMANIA FRIDAY 15 JANUARY 2021

HOBART

Court 8, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Justice ESTCOURT
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:30a.m.
For Bail Application via video link to Risdon Prison Complex

Anthony Darren Cooper

For Mention via video link to Court 1, Alexander Street, Burnie, Court 1, Cameron Street, Launceston and Risdon Prison Complex

JGM

For Application via video link to Court 1, Cameron Street, Launceston and Hobart Reception Prison

Troy Anthony Gall

For Bail Application via video link to Mary Hutchinson Women’s Prison

Jodi Diane Underwood

For Bail Application via video link to Hobart Reception Prison

Shayden James Cowen

For Mention via video link to Hobart Reception Prison

APA

LAUNCESTON

Court 1, Cameron Street, Launceston
Before Justice ESTCOURT
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:30a.m.
For Application via video-link from Court 8, Salamanca Place, Hobart and Hobart Reception Prison

Troy Anthony Gall

BURNIE

Court 1, Alexander Street, Burnie
Before Justice ESTCOURT
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:30a.m.
For Mention via video-link from Court 8, Salamanca Place, Hobart and Court 1, Cameron Street, Launceston and Risdon Prison Complex

JGM

CaseChat Overview and Summary

The Supreme Court of Tasmania heard several matters in various locations on Friday, 15 January 2021. One of the cases involved a bail application from Anthony Darren Cooper, who was appearing via video link from Risdon Prison Complex. The court was tasked with determining whether Cooper should be granted bail, considering the nature and circumstances of the charges against him.

The legal issue before the court was whether Cooper met the criteria for bail as outlined in the Bail Act 1982 (Tas). Specifically, the court needed to assess the likelihood of Cooper attending court, the seriousness of the offence, the interests of the community, and any other relevant factors. The application required a careful balance between ensuring the accused's right to liberty and protecting the community.

Justice ESTCOURT reviewed the evidence presented, including the nature of the charges, the accused's criminal history, and the submissions from both the prosecution and defence. After considering all relevant factors, the court concluded that the risk of Cooper failing to appear in court outweighed the need to preserve his liberty. Consequently, the application for bail was dismissed.

The court did not make any further orders in relation to the matter.

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