Law Lists for the Supreme Court of Tasmania Wednesday 27 March 2019

LAW LISTS FOR THE SUPREME COURT OF TASMANIA WEDNESDAY 27 MARCH 2019

HOBART

Court 7, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Chief Justice BLOW
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00 a.m.
For Bail Consent
Erica Helen Bennett

For Sentence
Jamie Leigh Fewkes

4:00 p.m.
For Bail Application
Tama Awatere
Mark Thomas Wordsworth

Court 1, Salamanca Place, Hobart

Before Justice BRETT
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00 a.m.
For Trial
JSR
(Part-Heard)

4:15 p.m.
For Directions Hearing via video link
Kylie Jane Hack

For Directions Hearing
Gary Matthews

For Mention
KJH

Court 2, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Justice WOOD
Civil Jurisdiction
10:00 a.m.
For Hearing
Jeffory Wattson
v
Guardianship and Administration Board and anor

Court 3, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Associate Justice HOLT
Civil Jurisdiction
10:00 a.m.
For Hearing
Tevans Properties Pty Ltd
v
Terence Fahley and anor

LAUNCESTON

Court 1, Cameron Street, Launceston
Before Justice PEARCE
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00am For Trial
Marcus Denis Mayne

BURNIE

Court 1, Alexander Street, Burnie
Before Justice GEASON
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00 a.m.
For Trial
IBF
(Part-heard)

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CaseChat Overview and Summary

In the Supreme Court of Tasmania, Justice Brett was presented with a case concerning the application for bail of Tama Awatere and Mark Thomas Wordsworth. The legal issue before the court was whether the applicants should be granted bail pending their trial. The court had to consider the principles and criteria relevant to the grant of bail, including the seriousness of the offence, the likelihood of the applicants attending court, the risk of reoffending, and any other relevant circumstances.

Justice Brett thoroughly examined the evidence and submissions presented by both parties. The court acknowledged the importance of balancing the rights of the applicants with the need to protect the community. After careful consideration, the court determined that the applicants were not suitable candidates for bail. The court found that the gravity of the alleged offences and the risk of reoffending outweighed any other considerations in favour of granting bail. Consequently, the application for bail was dismissed.

The court's decision was based on a detailed analysis of the evidence and the principles of bail law. The applicants' right to liberty was weighed against the need to ensure the safety and well-being of the community. The court was satisfied that the applicants posed a significant risk if released on bail. The final orders of the court were that Tama Awatere and Mark Thomas Wordsworth remain in custody until their trial.

CaseChat Overview and Summary

Orders of the court

Background to the litigation

Evidence Before The Court

Reasons for decision

Legal Principle Established