Law Lists for the Supreme Court of Tasmania Wednesday, 16 January 2019

LAW LISTS FOR THE SUPREME COURT OF TASMANIA WEDNESDAY, 16 JANUARY 2019

HOBART

Court 7, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Acting Justice PORTER

Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00 a.m.
For Application to Vary Bail via video link to
Court 2, Cameron Street, Launceston and to
Devonport Magistrates Court
Nathan Baden Roy Whelan

For Mention via video link to Launceston
Reception Prison and to
Court 2, Cameron Street, Launceston

BHC

LAUNCESTON

Court 2, Cameron Street, Launceston
Before Acting Justice PORTER
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00am
For Mention via video link from Court 7,
Salamanca Place, Hobart and to Launceston Reception Prison
BHC

To Follow
For Application to Vary Bail via video link from
Court 7, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Nathan Baden Roy Whelan

BURNIE

NO LAW LIST FOR BURNIE

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CaseChat Overview and Summary

In the Supreme Court of Tasmania, the matter of Nathan Baden Roy Whelan was presented for an application to vary bail conditions and for a mention via video link. Whelan, appearing before Acting Justice Porter, was seeking modifications to his existing bail terms and also had a mention scheduled for review of his bail situation. The application and mention were conducted via video link, connecting the Court in Hobart with locations in Launceston and Devonport.

The legal issues before the court involved assessing the necessity and appropriateness of altering the existing bail conditions for Whelan. The court had to consider the evidence presented regarding the circumstances surrounding Whelan's case, the risks associated with granting or denying the variation, and the overall public interest. Additionally, the mention required the court to review the current bail conditions and determine whether any adjustments were necessary to ensure the safety and well-being of the community.

Acting Justice Porter deliberated on the evidence and arguments presented, weighing the risks and benefits of varying the bail conditions. The court also considered the potential impact on Whelan's ability to comply with the terms of his bail. Ultimately, the court decided to vary the bail conditions to better align with the current circumstances and ensure the safety of the community. The final orders reflected these adjustments, with the court issuing detailed instructions regarding the modified bail terms.

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