R v LM [2022] NSWSC 987

R v LM [2022] NSWSC 987

Given the history, repeated use of knives in alleged offences and plea of guilty to reckless wounding, and insufficient mechanisms to ensure community safety, the applicant presents an unacceptable risk of committing further serious offences. Bail is refused.

Parties
Applicant: LM; Respondent: Regina
Jurisdiction
Australia
Judgment Date
28 June 2022
Procedural Posture
Criminal Bail Application / Bail Application Hearing
Outcome
Bail refused
Legal Topics
Bail, Armed Robbery, Juvenile Offences, Unacceptable Risk

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Parties

LM

Applicant

Regina

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Criminal Bail Application / Bail Application Hearing

  1. 1 Whether bail should be granted to a juvenile charged with armed robbery and multiple offences
  2. 2 Whether s 22B Bail Act applies given plea of guilty to reckless wounding
  3. 3 Assessment of unacceptable risk regarding commission of further serious offence

Ratio Decidendi

Given the history, repeated use of knives in alleged offences and plea of guilty to reckless wounding, and insufficient mechanisms to ensure community safety, the applicant presents an unacceptable risk of committing further serious offences. Bail is refused.

Court Disposition

Bail refused

Orders

  • Bail is refused