25 Oct 2011
Given the facts (an operable revolver concealed in the defendant's car, importation from the Mainland, and the defendant's significant prior convictions), the Court concluded the total sentence of 11 years and 2 months was not manifestly excessive and refused the out‑of‑time application for leave to appeal against sentence.
26 Mar 1996
Leave to appeal against sentence was dismissed because there was no evidence the applicant was at or near terminal stage of HIV/AIDS nor that the prison could not provide suitable care, so compassionate grounds did not justify reduction of the concurrent 8‑year sentences.
13 Feb 1973
The court affirmed the sentences because the robbery was deliberate and violent, the trial judge had taken mitigation into account, and there was no basis for appellate interference with the exercise of sentencing discretion, including the imposition of the consecutive one‑year term.