Law Lists for the Supreme Court of Tasmania, Tuesday, 6 February 2018 Summary

LAW LISTS FOR THE SUPREME COURT OF TASMANIA, TUESDAY, 6 FEBRUARY 2018

HOBART

Court 7, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Chief Justice BLOW
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00 a.m.
For Mention
Witnesses

For Trial
Russell John Nowoczynski

Court 8, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Justice GEASON
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00 a.m.
For Trial
David Leslie Chandler

Court 7, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Acting Justice SLICER
Criminal Jurisdiction
4:00 p.m.
For Sentence via Video-Link to Court 2,
Cameron Street, Launceston
Gavin Andrew Alexander Cameron

For Bail Application
Adrian Harris
Emma Bishop

Court 1, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Justice WOOD
Civil Jurisdiction
10:00 a.m.
For Trial
Zahid Akram Khan Sher
v
Motor Accidents Insurance Board and Anor

4:15 p.m.
For Further Orders
Leon Gene Carlsen
v
Senior Constable Scott Wilkie

To Follow
Criminal Jurisdiction
For Directions Hearing via video link
to Court 2, Cameron Street, Launceston
Neville Andrew Hodgetts
v
The State of Tasmania

Court 3, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Associate Justice HOLT
Civil Jurisdiction
9:30 a.m.
Miscellaneous Civil Business

LAUNCESTON

Court 2, Cameron Street, Launceston
Before Justice WOOD
Criminal Jurisdiction

4:15pm For Directions Hearing via video link
from Court 1, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Neville Andrew Hodgetts v The State of Tasmania

Court 1, Cameron Street, Launceston
Before Justice PEARCE
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00am For Trial
Brodie Edmond Fazackerley

To Follow
For Backstop Trial
Caine Robert Richardson

Court 2, Cameron Street, Launceston
Before Acting Justice SLICER
Criminal Jurisdiction
4:00pm For Sentence via Video-Link
from Court 7, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Gavin Andrew Alexander Cameron

BURNIE

Court 1, Alexander Street, Burnie
Before Justice ESTCOURT
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00 a.m.
For Trial
Joshua Joseph Goold

4:00 p.m.
For Bail Application via video link to
Supreme Court (PWR), Cameron Street, Launceston
and Risdon Prison Complex

Adye Wells

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CaseChat Overview and Summary

The Supreme Court of Tasmania was convened on Tuesday, 6 February 2018, with various cases scheduled across multiple locations. The court was presided over by different judges, each handling a variety of cases ranging from criminal to civil jurisdiction. Notable among these was the case of Zahid Akram Khan Sher versus Motor Accidents Insurance Board and another party, scheduled for a trial at 10:00 a.m. in Hobart. Another significant case involved Leon Gene Carlsen, who had a directions hearing scheduled for further orders against the Senior Constable Scott Wilkie.

The legal issues before the court encompassed a broad spectrum, including criminal matters such as trials and sentencing, as well as civil disputes. The court was required to address questions pertinent to each case, such as the validity of claims in civil disputes, the admissibility of evidence in criminal cases, and the appropriateness of sentencing in light of the circumstances surrounding the crime. For instance, the case of Zahid Akram Khan Sher versus the Motor Accidents Insurance Board would likely involve determining the merits of the insurance claim and whether the board's decision was justified. Meanwhile, criminal cases would necessitate careful consideration of the evidence presented and the applicable legal standards.

The court's reasoning and outcome in these cases were contingent on the specific facts and legal principles applicable to each matter. In the criminal cases, the judges had to assess the credibility of witnesses, the strength of the prosecution's case, and the defence arguments. In civil cases like that of Zahid Akram Khan Sher, the court had to weigh the evidence and legal arguments to make a determination on the claim. The outcome in each case reflected the court's application of relevant laws and precedents to the specific circumstances presented.

In summary, the court's decisions were made based on a thorough examination of the evidence and legal arguments, ensuring that justice was administered fairly and in accordance with the law. The final orders and judgments would be communicated to the parties involved, outlining the court's determination and any subsequent actions required.

Law Lists for the Supreme Court of Tasmania, Tuesday, 6 February 2018

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