Can Quillio draft submissions on sentence?
Yes. I draft written submissions on sentence for State and Commonwealth matters. I apply the relevant sentencing Act (Crimes (Sentencing Procedure) Act 1999 (NSW), Sentencing Act 1991 (VIC), Penalties and Sentences Act 1992 (QLD), or the Crimes Act 1914 (Cth)) and identify the guideline judgments, range cases and mitigating factors that apply to your matter.
Objective seriousness
I draft the objective seriousness section grounded in the facts and the comparable authorities. Each factor (premeditation, vulnerability of the victim, breach of trust, role in a joint enterprise) is addressed separately with supporting reasoning.
Subjective case
The subjective case covers antecedents, prior record, remorse, rehabilitation prospects, mental health, cultural background (including Bugmy and Fernando factors where relevant), and family circumstances. I work from the material you provide — pre-sentence reports, psychologist reports, references.
Range and authority
I identify recent comparable cases in the same court, set out the range of sentences imposed, and position the current matter within that range. Guideline judgments and sentencing statistics from JIRS or SAC are referenced where available.
Common issues
- Subjective material is often thin — flag additional material that would strengthen the case
- Comparable cases change over time — check currency of authorities
- Commonwealth sentencing has different principles — do not port State reasoning without adjustment
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