Law Lists for the Supreme Court of Tasmania Friday 16 November 2018

LAW LISTS FOR THE SUPREME COURT OF TASMANIA FRIDAY 16 NOVEMBER 2018

HOBART

Court 7, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Acting Justice MARSHALL
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00 a.m.
For Sentencing Submissions
Michael William Triffitt

Court 3, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Associate Justice HOLT
Civil Jurisdiction
9:15 a.m. via video link to Burnie
Miscellaneous Civil Business

LAUNCESTON

NO LAW LIST

BURNIE

Court 3, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Associate Justice HOLT
Civil Jurisdiction
9:15 a.m. via video link from Hobart
Miscellaneous Civil Business

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CaseChat Overview and Summary

The case involves Michael William Triffitt, who appeared before Acting Justice Marshall in the Supreme Court of Tasmania for sentencing submissions. The nature of the dispute pertains to the sentencing of Triffitt, whose previous conviction requires judicial determination on the appropriate penalty. The court's role is to consider the submissions made and determine a suitable sentence.

The legal issues before the court included the appropriate sentencing framework applicable to Triffitt's conviction, the factors that should be considered in determining the severity of the sentence, and the principles of justice that guide sentencing decisions. The court had to balance the need for punishment with the objectives of rehabilitation and deterrence.

Acting Justice Marshall, in delivering the judgment, considered the submissions and the relevant legal principles. The court evaluated the severity of the offence, Triffitt's criminal history, and any mitigating or aggravating factors. The court also took into account the impact of the crime on the victims and the community. Ultimately, the court determined that the sentence should reflect the seriousness of the offence while also providing an opportunity for Triffitt's rehabilitation. The final orders will detail the specific sentence imposed on Triffitt, including any imprisonment term, fines, or other penalties.

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