The Defendant, is appealing against the severity and length of the sentencing that was ordered by the judge. In particular, the defendant will seek to argue that greater weight be attached to his good character and prospect of rehabilitation. In addition, concerning the notion of parity, the defendant may establish that the principle of parity is not adhered to, as Branov, who was convicted of similar charges in similar circumstances was given a lesser sentencing than the defendant, notwithstanding his providing of evidence against the defendant. Branov was sentenced to 12 months imprisonment for each of the same offences which were committed by the defendant.

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In obtaining an appropriate sentencing arrangement, the judge took into consideration the defendant’s good character and prospects of rehabilitation. The defendant’s good character was strongly supported by 39 character testimonials. The testimonials supported the argument that the defendant was a hard working officer who was enshrined in strong family core values that extended to a strong commitment to public service.
Despite the overriding evidence in support of the defendant’s good character, the judge held that this was to be given less weight in favour of general deterrence. As such, one ground of appeal that the defendant may seek to establish is that the judge …show more content…
As a hard working man, who upholds strong family values and adheres to public service of his community. The judge also noted that the defendant had sought to move on from his career in the police force and had entered into a new profession and obtain a trade qualification. The defendant also does not have any major psychological illnesses that would prevent his future prognosis and long term rehabilitation. As such, the judge held that he was suitable for the imprisonment term that was