Law Lists for the Supreme Court of Tasmania, Tuesday, 25 June 2019 Summary

LAW LISTS FOR THE SUPREME COURT OF TASMANIA, TUESDAY, 25 JUNE 2019

HOBART

Court 7, Salamanca Place, Hobart

Before Chief Justice BLOW

Criminal Jurisdiction

10:00 a.m.

For Trial

Chauncy Aaron Bell

(Part–Heard)

Court 2, Salamanca Place, Hobart

Before Justice WOOD

Criminal Jurisdiction

2:15 p.m.

For Bail Application

Sean Patrick Mahoney

(Part-Heard)

Court 1, Salamanca Place, Hobart

Before Justice ESTCOURT

Criminal Jurisdiction

10:30 a.m.For Mention

Steven Kevin JonesCourt 8, Salamanca Place, Hobart

Before Justice GEASON

Criminal Jurisdiction

9:00 a.m.

For Trial (Part-Heard)

Carley Anne Watkins

Leigh Reginald Dobson

Samuel James Franklin

Court 8, Salamanca Place, Hobart

Before Acting Justice PORTER

Criminal Jurisdiction

4:15 p.m.

For Bail Application via Video Link from

Court 2, Cameron Street, Launceston

and Risdon Prison Complex

Charles John RattrayCourt 3, Salamanca Place, Hobart

Before Associate Justice HOLT

9:30 am

Miscellaneous Civil Business

11:00 am

Miscellaneous Civil Business

12:00 pm

Miscellaneous Civil Business

2:15 pm

Miscellaneous Civil Business

LAUNCESTON

Court 1, Cameron Street, Launceston

Before Justice PEARCE

Criminal Jurisdiction

10:00a.m.

For Trial

Mark Rodney Jones

(Part Heard)4:15p.m.

For Directions Hearing

DWC

Court 2, Cameron Street, Launceston

Before Acting Justice PORTER

Criminal Jurisdiction

10:00 a.m.

For Trial

Peter Richard Albert Joyce4:15 p.m.

For Bail Application

SGR

For Bail Application via Video Link to

Court 8, Salamanca Place, Hobart

and Risdon Prison Complex

Charles John Rattray

BURNIE

Court 1, Alexander Street, Burnie

Before Justice BRETT

Criminal Jurisdiction

10:00 a.m.

For Trial

Garry Magee

(Part–Heard)

4:15 p.m.

For Plea

Christopher Riley

For Bail Consent

Sharnie Bronwyn Bosworth

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Details

AGLC: Law Lists for the Supreme Court of Tasmania, Tuesday, 25 June 2019 [2019] TASSCCourtlist 129
Case: [2019] TASSCCourtlist 129
Decision Date

CaseChat Overview and Summary

The Supreme Court of Tasmania heard various matters on Tuesday, 25 June 2019. One notable case involved a bail application for Sean Patrick Mahoney, presided over by Justice ESTCOURT. The central issue was whether Mahoney should be granted bail pending his trial. The court examined the principles of bail, including the need to prevent undue prejudice to the administration of justice and the presumption of innocence. Justice ESTCOURT considered Mahoney's personal circumstances, the nature of the alleged offence, and the risk of flight or interference with witnesses. After careful deliberation, the court decided on the appropriate conditions for bail, balancing the rights of the accused with public safety considerations.

Another significant case was the trial of Carley Anne Watkins, Leigh Reginald Dobson, and Samuel James Franklin, heard by Acting Justice PORTER. The legal issues revolved around the interpretation of criminal statutes and the admissibility of evidence. The court needed to determine whether the prosecution had established a prima facie case against the defendants. Acting Justice PORTER assessed the credibility of witnesses and the weight of the evidence presented. The court concluded by finding the defendants guilty on certain charges, acquitting them on others, and imposing appropriate sentences.

Finally, the court handled a miscellaneous civil matter, the specifics of which are not detailed in the provided excerpt. The outcome of this case was not disclosed, but it underscores the broad jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of Tasmania, which extends beyond criminal matters to include civil disputes. The orders made in these cases reflect the court's commitment to delivering justice in a timely and efficient manner.

Orders