14 Sept 2004
The court held the judge did not err: uninsured and unlicensed driving created a distinct and serious risk to the public that was separate from the theft/forgery harm, and therefore imposing consecutive sentences was within the judge's sentencing discretion; the application was dismissed.
23 Nov 2000
The magistrate's sentencing fell within the lawful discretion: the fines were within statutory maxima and the mandatory minimum disqualification for driving without third party insurance applied because no special reasons were established; accordingly the Court dismissed the appeal and upheld the fines and 12 month disqualification.
31 May 1976
Because driving without Third Party insurance is a particularly serious offence capable of causing grave harm and because no special mitigating circumstances were shown, the court held the original $20 fine for that offence was manifestly inadequate and substituted a $200 fine while otherwise affirming the penalties including a 12‑month disqualification.