R v KWON [2004] NSWCCA 456

R v KWON [2004] NSWCCA 456

The sentence imposed was not manifestly inadequate considering the respondent's subjective circumstances (remorse, good character, guaranteed deportation, loss of business, difficulties in custody), and the error in allowing an excessive discount for assistance did not render the non-parole period manifestly too lenient. The relevant legal and factual findings placed the offence in the least culpable category of manslaughter, and the Crown appeal should not succeed.

Parties
Appellant: Regina; Respondent: Yong Gap KWON
Jurisdiction
Australia
Judgment Date
16 December 2004
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Crown Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
Crown appeal dismissed
Legal Topics
Manslaughter, Sentencing, Deportation Consequences, Discount for Plea, Special Circumstances for Parole
Criminal Law Manslaughter Sentencing Deportation Consequences Discount for Plea Special Circumstances for Parole

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Parties

Regina

Appellant

Yong Gap KWON

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Crown Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether sentence imposed for manslaughter was manifestly inadequate
  2. 2 Appropriateness and quantum of sentencing discount for plea and assistance
  3. 3 Whether special circumstances justified variation of statutory non-parole period

Ratio Decidendi

The sentence imposed was not manifestly inadequate considering the respondent's subjective circumstances (remorse, good character, guaranteed deportation, loss of business, difficulties in custody), and the error in allowing an excessive discount for assistance did not render the non-parole period manifestly too lenient. The relevant legal and factual findings placed the offence in the least culpable category of manslaughter, and the Crown appeal should not succeed.

Court Disposition

Crown appeal dismissed

Orders

  • Appeal dismissed