ZA v R [2017] NSWCCA 132

ZA v R [2017] NSWCCA 132

The sentencing Judge correctly applied the totality principle as part of an instinctive synthesis of all relevant factors. No error was made in failing to set out, consider, or separately apply a two-limb approach to totality. The detailed sentencing reasons provided by the Judge, and the aggregate sentence imposed, were proportionate to the total criminality involved in the Applicant's offending. The aggregate sentence was not manifestly excessive when regard is had to the gravity of the crimes, the number of offences, and the abuse of trust involved.

Parties
Applicant: ZA; Respondent: Regina
Jurisdiction
Australia
Judgment Date
16 June 2017
Procedural Posture
Sentence Appeal / Leave to Appeal and Determination on Appeal
Outcome
Leave to appeal granted. Appeal dismissed.
Legal Topics
Sentencing, Child Sexual Assault, Aggregate Sentencing, Totality Principle, Manifest Excess
Criminal Law Sentencing Child Sexual Assault Aggregate Sentencing Totality Principle Manifest Excess

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Parties

ZA

Applicant

Regina

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Sentence Appeal / Leave to Appeal and Determination on Appeal

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentencing Judge failed to give adequate reasons for the aggregate sentence
  2. 2 Whether there was an error in application of the totality principle
  3. 3 Whether the aggregate sentence was manifestly excessive

Ratio Decidendi

The sentencing Judge correctly applied the totality principle as part of an instinctive synthesis of all relevant factors. No error was made in failing to set out, consider, or separately apply a two-limb approach to totality. The detailed sentencing reasons provided by the Judge, and the aggregate sentence imposed, were proportionate to the total criminality involved in the Applicant's offending. The aggregate sentence was not manifestly excessive when regard is had to the gravity of the crimes, the number of offences, and the abuse of trust involved.

Court Disposition

Leave to appeal granted. Appeal dismissed.

Orders

  • Leave to appeal granted
  • Appeal dismissed