CNK v The Queen [2011] VSCA 228: General deterrence plays no part in sentencing children

Back in May I blogged about Kaye J's decision in DPP v Hills & Ors (Ruling No 11) [2011] VSC 88. He decided [at 5],Thus, there is no decision of appellate authority, in Victoria, which supports the proposition now advanced [on behalf of the child]. On the contrary, in my view, there are a number …

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