Law Lists for the Supreme Court of Tasmania, Monday 17 May 2021

LAW LISTS FOR THE SUPREME COURT OF TASMANIA, MONDAY 17 MAY 2021

HOBART

Court 2, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Chief Justice BLOW
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00a.m.
For Directions Hearing by video-link to Risdon Prison Complex
James Allan Bennett Watts
Martin Gerard Quigley

For Directions Hearing
Samuel Lynch
Michael Laurence Sawford
Genesis Meir-Anderson
Kane Douglas Mansell
Jacob Scott Kevin Riley-McDonald
Wade Alan Mackenzie
Tyron James Page
Travis Anthony Mortyn
Tony Matthew White
Jayden Laurence Croft
Paige Samantha Triffett
ZHB
HCT
Phillip Mark Dare

For Preliminary Proceedings Application
Roderick Leigh Triffett

For Preliminary Proceedings Application and Application to Vary Bail
Frederick Craig Rushton

For Directions Hearing
Ryan Jamie Francis Bester
James Stephen William Russon

For Application to Vary Bail
Lilli Marlene Asprey

For Bail Application
Samuel David Pennicott

For Plea
Budde Mitchell Byrne

For Application
Jarrod James Cartledge
Aaron James Irwin
Sean William McKenzie

For Bail Consent
DJB
JRB
LEC
JDP
Andre Charles Lee
David Hugh Rolph
Sophie Michelle Lynch
Glenn William Kremmer
LHC
ADSN
Rhonda Ruth O’Sign
Jason Noel Browning
Todd Athol Jackson
Kellie Maree Umgeher
Lisa Lyn Harwood

Court 1, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Justice ESTCOURT
Civil Jurisdiction
10:00 a.m.
For Trial
Allen Michael Prestage and ors v Melissa Jayne Barrett
Michael Thorne and ors v Melissa Jayne Barrett
Scott Francis Howells and ors v Melissa Jayne Barrett
(Part-heard)

Court 7, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Justice BRETT
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00am
For Bail Consent
Brenden Edward Cotter
Kenneth John Bailey

For Mention
Rodney Jeffrey Bailey

For Trial
KWDF
(Part-heard)

4:15pm
For Application to Vary Bail
Brock Mathew Everett

Directions Hearing
Dean Phillip Braslin

For Mention
TJR
Anthony Dylan Farnell

For Facts and Sentence
Dion James Cragg

Court 8, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Justice GEASON
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00a.m.
For bail consent
Daniel Robert Knowles
Damon Peter King
PJS

For Trial
Daniel John Ernest Dadson
(Part-heard)

LAUNCESTON

Court 1, Cameron Street, Launceston
Before Justice PEARCE
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00am
For Mention via video link to Ashley Youth Detention Centre
IMN

For Directions Hearing
Stewart Ashley Martin

For Trial
Jack-Harrison Vincent Sadler
(part heard)

BURNIE

Court 1, Alexander Street, Burnie
Before Acting Justice PORTER
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00a.m.
For Mention
Joshua Geoffrey Pedder

For Bail Consent
Andrew Stewart Morrison
Samuel Ward Gale

For Trial
Terry Johann Jones

11:00a.m.
Re Terry Johann Jones: For Witness to Appear

2:15p.m.
Re Terry Johann Jones: For Witness to Appear

CaseChat Overview and Summary

The Supreme Court of Tasmania heard a number of criminal and civil matters on 17 May 2021. In the criminal division, the court dealt with several bail applications, consents, and mentions, as well as part-heard trials. Notable cases included directions hearings for individuals involved in large-scale criminal activities, and bail applications for defendants in various stages of their trials. In the civil division, a part-heard trial involving multiple plaintiffs against a single defendant was scheduled, indicating a complex litigation scenario. The court's agenda reflected a mix of ongoing criminal cases and a significant civil dispute, showcasing the breadth of issues typically handled by the Supreme Court. The proceedings ranged from bail applications to full trials, highlighting the court's role in both preliminary and substantive legal matters.

The legal issues before the court encompassed a variety of procedural and substantive matters. In the criminal cases, the primary issues involved bail applications, where the court had to assess the risk of flight, potential interference with witnesses, and the seriousness of the charges. For the part-heard trials, the court had to manage the progression of evidence and arguments, ensuring that the trials adhered to legal standards and procedural fairness. In the civil case, the court needed to oversee the evidence presented and manage the litigation process to ensure a fair trial for both parties. The court's decisions in these matters would have significant implications for the defendants' rights and the administration of justice.

The court addressed these issues by carefully considering the evidence and arguments presented. For the bail applications, the court evaluated the risk factors associated with each defendant, taking into account the nature of the charges and the circumstances of the case. In the part-heard trials, the court ensured that the proceedings were conducted in a manner that upheld the integrity of the judicial process. For the civil case, the court focused on managing the litigation effectively to facilitate a fair resolution. The court's reasoning was based on a thorough analysis of the legal principles applicable to each case, ensuring that the outcomes were just and in accordance with the law. The final orders reflected the court's decisions on bail, trial management, and litigation process, providing clarity and direction for the parties involved.

CaseChat Overview and Summary

Orders of the court

Background to the litigation

Evidence Before The Court

Reasons for decision

Legal Principle Established