Urlich v The Queen

The appeal in *Urlich v The Queen* concerned a sentence imposed on the appellant, who had been convicted of manslaughter. The appeal was heard by Murrell CJ, Loukas-Karlsson and Bromwich JJ.

The central legal issues before the Court were whether there had been a specific error in the sentencing process, particularly in light of the appellant's significant admissions made during the trial and a non-compliance with section 37 of the *Crimes (Sentencing) Act 2005* (ACT). The Court was also required to determine whether the sentence imposed was manifestly excessive and, if so, whether resentencing was warranted.

The Court allowed the appeal, finding that a resentencing was necessary. The specific error related to the sentencing judge's approach to the appellant's admissions and the application of section 37 of the *Crimes (Sentencing) Act 2005* (ACT). The Court determined that the original sentence was manifestly excessive and therefore ordered that the appellant be resentenced.