The criminal defence counsel will understand the various factors that are considered by the Courts in the selection and calibration of the appropriate individual and global sentences.
This seminar equips criminal defence counsel with practical insights into sentencing objectives, frameworks, and how recent jurisprudence has shaped their application.
Key topics include:
- Sentencing objectives and frameworks
- The Harm-Culpability matrix and key factors
- Aggravating, mitigating, and neutral considerations
- Proportionality in concurrent vs. consecutive sentencing
- Alternatives to imprisonment: fines, caning, in-default/in-lieu options
- The impact of criminal records
Perfect for defence counsels looking to refine their sentencing strategy with both theory and real-world trends.
