Factors The Courts Consider in Sentencing Offenders for Sexual Assault Offences
After a guilty plea or finding of guilt, the Court sentences offenders for offences. While the sentencing exercise for all offences are guided by the purposes of sentencing pursuant to section 3A Crimes (Sentencing Procedure) Act 1999, common law and case law, the article will focus on what Courts consider when sentencing offenders for sexual assault offences. The prescribed […]
Consent In Sexual Assault Offences In NSW
On 01 June 2022, the new laws about consent in sexual offences commenced. They are contained in Part 3, Division 10, Subdivision 1A of the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW) which apply to offences of sexual act, sexual touching and sexual assault. To secure a conviction for a sexual offence, the prosecution must prove that the complainant was […]