Supreme Court of Tasmania Law Lists for Thursday, 5 November 2015

SUPREME COURT OF TASMANIA LAW LISTS FOR THURSDAY, 5 NOVEMBER 2015

HOBART
Court 7, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Justice TENNENT
Criminal Jurisdiction

10:00 a.m.

For Mention via Video-Link to Risdon Prison Complex

Klaus Dieter Neubert

RJB

Michael John Price

For Mention via Video-Link to Ron Barwick Minimum Security Prison

Justin Richard Maynard

For Mention via Video-Link to Hobart Reception Prison

Trysten Anthony Bennett

For Mention via Video-Link to Mary Hutchinson Women’s Prison

Rowena Amy Worbey

For Mention

Stuart Malcolm Allen

George Syrginis

James Ernest Davey

Emily Victoria Lynch

Melissa Louise Dance

Corey Graeme Farr

Duncan Scott George

SSE

Peter William Evans

Joshua Leigh Picken

Nathan Lee Wechsler

For Preliminary Proceedings Application

Shannon Myree Arnold

Kyle Rix Stephens

For Application to Review a Community Service Order

Leesa Maree Hogan

For Plea

Emily Rose Franklin

Andrew Paul Kelleher

Richard Shane Reed

Shaun Anthony Thomas Joseph

For Bail Consent

Jamie Douglas Blowfield

LCB

Stuart Alexander Gallacher

Nadan Wayne Hall

Matthew John Davey

Timothy William Sheldrick

Bradley Daniel Ford

Scott Andrew Cripps

Aaron William Nash Spong

BSC

Angela Maree Leahy

Gail Schupp

Rodney McCrae

2:15 p.m.

For Plea

Martyn John Carpenter

4:00 p.m.

In Court as in Chambers

For Bail Application

Alani Moeakiola

Court 8, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Justice WOOD
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00 a.m.
For Trial
Matthew James Linton
(Part Heard)

4:15 p.m.
For Sentence
Philip Charles Harrison

LAUNCESTON

Court 1, Cameron Street, Launceston
Before Justice PORTER
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00am For Preliminary Proceedings Application
Damian Mark Stebbings
Clinton Charles Wilson

To Follow
For Trial (Part Heard)
John Benjamin Adams

4:15pm For Sentence
Adrian Connor Bailey

Court 2, Cameron Street, Launceston
Before Justice PEARCE

Civil Jurisdiction
In Court as in Chambers

10:00am For Hearing
Shane Douglas Thorpe v Jason Weller Plumbing and Contracting

BURNIE
No list for Burnie.

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CaseChat Overview and Summary

In the Supreme Court of Tasmania, a series of hearings were scheduled for November 5, 2015, encompassing both civil and criminal matters. In the Hobart court, several individuals appeared via video-link from various correctional facilities, with proceedings ranging from bail applications to plea hearings. In Launceston, matters included preliminary proceedings, part-heard trials, and sentencing. Notably, Matthew James Linton faced trial in Launceston, while Philip Charles Harrison awaited sentencing. The court also handled civil matters, including a hearing in a dispute between Shane Douglas Thorpe and Jason Weller Plumbing and Contracting.

The legal issues before the court varied widely, reflecting the diverse nature of the cases. In the criminal cases, questions arose concerning bail applications, the admissibility of evidence in preliminary proceedings, and the appropriate sentencing for convicted individuals. The court had to balance the rights of the accused with the need for public safety, as well as consider the principles of justice in determining appropriate sentences. In the civil case, the focus was on the contractual obligations and potential breaches between the parties involved.

The court approached each matter with careful consideration of the relevant laws and precedents. In criminal proceedings, Justice Tennent and Justice Porter ensured that due process was followed and that the rights of the accused were protected. They evaluated evidence and arguments presented by both the prosecution and defence, making decisions that were in line with legal standards and fairness. In the civil case, Justice Pearce assessed the merits of the contractual dispute, focusing on the obligations and responsibilities of the parties. The court's decisions were based on a thorough analysis of the evidence and legal principles relevant to each case.

The court issued various orders following the hearings, ranging from granting bail to setting dates for further trials or sentencing. These outcomes reflect the court's role in administering justice, ensuring that each party's rights and obligations are considered in accordance with the law.

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