Supreme Court of Tasmania Law Lists for Wednesday, 26 August 2015 Summary

SUPREME COURT OF TASMANIA LAW LISTS FOR WEDNESDAY, 26 AUGUST 2015

HOBART

Court 7, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before the CRIMINAL COURT OF APPEAL
9.45 a.m.
For Judgment
Ricky Albert Devine
v
The State of Tasmania

Court 1, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before the FULL COURT
10.00 a.m.
For Hearing
West Tamar Council
v
Resource Management & Planning Appeal Tribunal and anor

Court 2, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Chief Justice BLOW
Civil Jurisdiction
10:00 a.m.
For Application
Legal Profession Board of Tasmania
v
A Legal Practitioner

Court 7, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Chief Justice BLOW
Criminal Jurisdiction
4:00 p.m.
For Sentence
BLH
Jamie Reginald Hall

Court 8, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Justice WOOD
Criminal Jurisdiction
In Court as in Chambers
4:15 p.m.
For Bail Application
Nathan Grant Chatters

Court 8, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Justice ESTCOURT
Criminal Jurisdiction
2:15 p.m.
For Examination of a Witness
Brodie Leigh Price

LAUNCESTON

NO LIST FOR LAUNCESTON

BURNIE

NO LIST FOR BURNIE
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The Supreme Court of Tasmania was scheduled to hear several cases on Wednesday, 26 August 2015, in the Hobart Court. The Criminal Court of Appeal was set to deliver judgment on the case of Ricky Albert Devine against the State of Tasmania, indicating a significant appeal in the criminal jurisdiction. Another notable case involved West Tamar Council, which had a hearing against the Resource Management & Planning Appeal Tribunal and another party, suggesting a dispute concerning planning and management issues. In the civil jurisdiction, an application was listed against a legal practitioner by the Legal Profession Board of Tasmania, indicating potential professional misconduct or regulatory issues. Sentencing was scheduled for Jamie Reginald Hall, suggesting a conclusion to a criminal matter, while a bail application was set for Nathan Grant Chatters, indicating an ongoing criminal case. An examination of a witness, Brodie Leigh Price, was also listed, likely in relation to an ongoing criminal investigation.

The legal issues in these cases span a broad spectrum of the law. For Devine v The State of Tasmania, the appeal likely involves the interpretation and application of criminal law, possibly focusing on the trial process or sentencing. The case of West Tamar Council v Resource Management & Planning Appeal Tribunal and another party would require the court to interpret planning and management laws, possibly addressing the validity of a decision made by the tribunal. The application by the Legal Profession Board of Tasmania against a legal practitioner would necessitate an examination of professional conduct standards and the procedures for addressing alleged misconduct. The sentencing of Jamie Reginald Hall would require the court to consider appropriate penalties under criminal law, while the bail application for Nathan Grant Chatters would involve assessing the risk of flight, interference with witnesses, or reoffending. The examination of Brodie Leigh Price would likely involve procedural rules regarding witness testimony and the admissibility of evidence.

The reasoning and outcome of these cases would depend on the specific facts and legal arguments presented. For the appeal of Devine v The State of Tasmania, the court would likely review the lower court's decisions, focusing on whether there were any errors in law or procedure that affected the outcome. In West Tamar Council's case against the tribunal, the court would need to determine the validity of the tribunal's decision based on the evidence and applicable law. The application against the legal practitioner would involve a review of the Board's evidence and the practitioner's defence, leading to a decision on whether misconduct occurred and what sanctions should be imposed. Sentencing for Jamie Reginald Hall would involve a judicial assessment of the severity of the crime and mitigating or aggravating factors. The bail application for Nathan Grant Chatters would require a balance between the presumption of innocence and the need to ensure public safety. The examination of Brodie Leigh Price would focus on the relevance and reliability of the witness's testimony.

The final orders would be determined based on the court's findings. In the case of Devine v The State of Tasmania, the outcome could result in an affirmation, variation, or reversal of the original judgment. For West Tamar Council, the court might uphold, overturn, or modify the tribunal's decision. The application against the legal practitioner could result in sanctions ranging from a warning to suspension or disbarment. Sentencing for Jamie Reginald Hall would specify the penalties imposed, including fines, imprisonment, or community service. The bail application for Nathan Grant Chatters would either grant or deny bail based on the assessment of risk. The examination of Brodie Leigh Price would determine the admissibility and weight of the witness's statements in the case.

Supreme Court of Tasmania Law Lists for Wednesday, 26 August 2015

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