Law Lists For the Supreme Court of Tasmania, Friday 8 January 2021

LAW LISTS FOR THE SUPREME COURT OF TASMANIA, FRIDAY 8 JANUARY 2021

HOBART

Court 8, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Justice ESTCOURT
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:30am
For Application to Vary Bail via video link to Court 1, Alexander Street, Burnie

KJD

For Bail Application via video link to Risdon Prison Complex and video link to Court 1, Alexander Street, Burnie

Frederick Sean Kean

For Bail Application via video link to Risdon Prison Complex

Aaron James Irwin

Samuel David Pennicott

Sean Andrew Hall

Anthony Darren Cooper

Jayden Grant Horne

For Bail Application via video link to Ron Barwick Prison

Edward Misson

For Bail Application via video link to Hobart Reception Prison

Dante Mauriello

LAUNCESTON

NO LAW LIST

BURNIE

Court 1, Alexander Street, Burnie
Before Justice ESTCOURT
Criminal Jurisdiction
10.30am
For Bail Application via video link to Risdon Prison Complex and video link from Court 8, Salamanca Place, Hobart

Frederick Sean Kean

CaseChat Overview and Summary

This case involved several applications for bail brought before Justice Estcourt of the Supreme Court of Tasmania. The applicants were all facing criminal charges, with the proceedings held via video link to various correctional facilities and the Court 8, Salamanca Place, Hobart. The applications were made to vary or grant bail, with specific locations mentioned for each applicant, including Risdon Prison Complex, Ron Barwick Prison, and Hobart Reception Prison.

The legal issues that the court had to determine were whether the applicants met the criteria for bail under the Bail Act 1982 (Tas). This involved considering the nature and seriousness of the offence, the likelihood of the applicant appearing in court if released on bail, the risk of reoffending, and any other relevant factors. Additionally, the court had to weigh the interests of justice in the circumstances of each individual case.

Justice Estcourt reviewed the evidence and arguments presented for each applicant, assessing their suitability for bail based on the relevant legal principles and case law. After considering the submissions and evidence, the court decided on whether to grant or vary bail for each applicant. The reasoning and outcome for each case varied, as the court tailored its decision to the specific circumstances and evidence presented for each individual applicant.

The final orders of the court were to either grant or vary bail for each applicant, depending on the outcome of the court's assessment. The court provided detailed reasons for its decision in each case, ensuring that the applicants' rights and the interests of justice were properly considered.

CaseChat Overview and Summary

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