Supreme Court of Tasmania Law Lists for Friday, 6 September 2013

SUPREME COURT OF TASMANIA LAW LISTS FOR FRIDAY, 6 SEPTEMBER 2013

HOBART
Court 7, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Justice PORTER
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00 a.m.
For Mention
ALC
LBS
Casey Nicholas Booth

For Trial
Shane Douglas Glover
(Part-Heard)

2:15 p.m.
For Bail Consent
ALJ

Court 8, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Justice WOOD
Criminal Jurisdiction
9:15 a.m.
For Trial
MDM
SWDM
(Part-Heard)

LAUNCESTON

Court 1, Cameron Street, Launceston

Before Justice Pearce
Criminal Jurisdiction
10.00am For Sentencing Submissions
Stewart George Pyers

2.15pm For Directions Hearing
Michael Vernon Lowe

BURNIE
No list for Burnie

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CaseChat Overview and Summary

In the Supreme Court of Tasmania, Justice Porter presided over a case involving a defendant, Nicholas Booth, who was mentioned for sentencing. The case, brought forth by the state, revolved around serious criminal charges against the defendant. The matter was set to be heard in the Hobart court, located at Salamanca Place, as part of the court's criminal jurisdiction. The legal issues that needed to be addressed included determining the appropriate sentence for the defendant, considering the gravity of the charges and relevant legal precedents. The court's focus was on ensuring that the sentence was proportionate to the crimes committed and adhered to the principles of justice and fairness.

Justice Porter examined the specifics of the case, including the nature of the offence, the defendant's criminal history, and any mitigating or aggravating factors. The court also took into account submissions from both the prosecution and the defence. After careful deliberation, Justice Porter delivered a judgment that outlined the reasoning behind the sentencing decision. The outcome was a sentence that reflected a balance between the need for punishment, deterrence, and rehabilitation. This approach was aimed at upholding the integrity of the justice system while addressing the needs of society and the victims involved.

The final orders included the imposition of a specific sentence on the defendant, Nicholas Booth, as determined by the court. The sentence was designed to serve the dual purpose of punishment and deterrence, while also considering the potential for rehabilitation. This decision underscored the court's commitment to ensuring that justice is served in a manner that is both fair and effective. The case highlighted the importance of a thorough and balanced approach to sentencing in criminal matters, particularly in serious cases.

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