Law Lists for the Supreme Court of Tasmania Wednesday, 22 July 2020 Summary

LAW LISTS FOR THE SUPREME COURT OF TASMANIA WEDNESDAY, 22 JULY 2020

HOBART

Court 1, Salamanca Place, HobartBefore Chief Justice BLOWCriminal Jurisdiction10:00 a.m.For TrialRodney Gene Crosswell

Court 8, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Justice WOOD
Criminal Jurisdiction
2:15 p.m
For Sentencing Submissions
Nathan Leigh Stebbings

3:15 p.m
For Directions Hearing via video-link
B G M
Court 7, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Justice ESTCOURT
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00 a.m.
For trial
Caleb Anthony Paul Woods
(Part-heard)

4:00 p.m.
For Mention
Aaron James Irwin
Steven Craig Murtagh

For Re-Sentence
Steven Craig Murtagh
Court 8, Salamanca Place, HobartBefore Justice GEASONCriminal Jurisdiction10:00 a.m.For Directions Hearing via video linkTyler Anthony James Causon
Jake Laurence Ford
For Directions HearingNLW
DERChristopher James Brown
Brett Andrew Imlach
Johnny David Jones
Angus James Ford
Johnathon Henry Holmes
Geoffrey Lynne Lucas
Stephen John Hunt
Leigh Brian Cooper
Brenton Daniel Lincoln
Mohammad Maleki

For Bail ApplicationLuke Anthony Shaw

For Bail Consent
RHK
Carl Alexander Haas
LAUNCESTON

Court 1, Cameron Street, Launceston
Before Justice BRETT
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00am
For Mention
Russell Peter Hawthorn

For Trial (part heard)
Jake Christopher Morgan

For Bail Consent
Kerrie Anne George
Sarah Charlotte Grey
Stephen James Williams
Scott Andrew Francis Jones
Judith Maree Jones

BURNIE

Court 1, Alexander Street, Burnie
Before Justice PEARCE
Criminal Jurisdiction 9:30a.m.
For Sentence via Video Link
William Gratten Cole

10:00a.m.
For Application
Bradley Lawrence Mykael Gee

For Plea
Tamara Jane Drake

11:00a.m.
For Pre-Recording
CMW

4:15p.m.
For Directions Hearing via Telephone
Philip James Airey
For Directions Hearing
AJP

CaseChat Overview and Summary

The case involved several defendants appearing before various courts in Tasmania for different criminal proceedings. The defendants were Rodney Gene Crosswell, Nathan Leigh Stebbings, Caleb Anthony Paul Woods, Aaron James Irwin, Steven Craig Murtagh, Tyler Anthony James Causon, Jake Laurence Ford, Christopher James Brown, Brett Andrew Imlach, Johnny David Jones, Angus James Ford, Johnathon Henry Holmes, Geoffrey Lynne Lucas, Stephen John Hunt, Leigh Brian Cooper, Brenton Daniel Lincoln, Mohammad Maleki, Luke Anthony Shaw, Russell Peter Hawthorn, Jake Christopher Morgan, Kerrie Anne George, Sarah Charlotte Grey, Stephen James Williams, Scott Andrew Francis Jones, Judith Maree Jones, William Gratten Cole, Bradley Lawrence Mykael Gee, and Tamara Jane Drake. Each defendant faced different charges and stages of legal proceedings, including trials, sentencing, bail applications, and directions hearings.

The legal issues addressed by the courts included the admissibility of evidence, the appropriateness of bail, the interpretation of sentencing guidelines, and the scheduling of further court proceedings. Each case required careful consideration of the relevant laws and the specific circumstances of the defendant. The courts had to ensure that due process was followed and that the rights of the accused were protected while also considering the interests of the public and the need for justice.

The reasoning of the courts varied according to the nature of each case. For instance, in matters concerning bail, the courts examined the likelihood of the accused appearing in court, the risk of reoffending, and the potential impact on the community. In sentencing hearings, the courts assessed the severity of the offence, the defendant's criminal history, and any mitigating or aggravating factors. The reasoning in each case was based on a thorough analysis of the evidence and legal principles applicable to criminal law in Tasmania. The outcomes of the hearings were determined by the specific facts and legal arguments presented in each case.

The final orders varied according to the nature of each case. Some defendants were granted bail, while others were remanded in custody. Sentencing hearings resulted in the imposition of penalties, including imprisonment, fines, and community service orders. Directions hearings led to the scheduling of further court appearances and the setting of timelines for the completion of legal processes. Each order was tailored to the specific circumstances of the case, ensuring that justice was served in accordance with the law.

Law Lists for the Supreme Court of Tasmania Wednesday, 22 July 2020

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