R v Hellyer [2001] NSWCCA 384

R v Hellyer [2001] NSWCCA 384

The sentencing judge did not err in imposing cumulative sentences for two serious offences; pleas of guilty and applicant's circumstances were properly considered and the sentence imposed was not manifestly excessive.

Jurisdiction
Australia
Judgment Date
10 August 2001
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal
Outcome
Leave to appeal granted; appeal dismissed.
Legal Topics
['aggravated Break and Enter' 'severity of Sentence' 'concurrent Sentences' 'cumulative Sentences' 'guilty Plea Discount']
['criminal Law'] ['aggravated Break and Enter' 'severity of Sentence' 'concurrent Sentences' 'cumulative Sentences' 'guilty Plea Discount']

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Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal

Legal Issues

  1. 1 ['Whether the sentence imposed was manifestly excessive' "Whether the guilty plea and applicant's personal circumstances were adequately considered" 'Whether cumulative sentences were appropriate']

Ratio Decidendi

The sentencing judge did not err in imposing cumulative sentences for two serious offences; pleas of guilty and applicant's circumstances were properly considered and the sentence imposed was not manifestly excessive.

Court Disposition

Leave to appeal granted; appeal dismissed.

Orders

  • ['Leave to appeal is granted.' 'Appeal dismissed.']