Yang v R [2007] NSWCCA 37

Yang v R [2007] NSWCCA 37

The sentences, though severe, fell within the range of sound sentencing discretion and did not reflect error or result in manifest injustice. The applicant's subjective circumstances were appropriately considered; thus, the sentence was not manifestly excessive.

Jurisdiction
Australia
Judgment Date
20 February 2007
Procedural Posture
Sentence Appeal / Application for Leave to Appeal and Determination of Appeal
Outcome
Grant leave to appeal; Refuse the appeal
Legal Topics
['sentence Appeal' 'manifest Excess' 'possession of Unauthorised Firearm' 'false Instruments' 'sentencing Discretion']
['criminal Law'] ['sentence Appeal' 'manifest Excess' 'possession of Unauthorised Firearm' 'false Instruments' 'sentencing Discretion']

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Procedural Posture

Sentence Appeal / Application for Leave to Appeal and Determination of Appeal

Legal Issues

  1. 1 ['Whether the overall sentence imposed was manifestly excessive']

Ratio Decidendi

The sentences, though severe, fell within the range of sound sentencing discretion and did not reflect error or result in manifest injustice. The applicant's subjective circumstances were appropriately considered; thus, the sentence was not manifestly excessive.

Court Disposition

Grant leave to appeal; Refuse the appeal

Orders

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