Introduction Of Baseline Sentencing Flashcards
What did the previous Liberal Government introduce baseline sentencing in conjunction with?
The abolition of suspended sentences
What is the aim of baseline sentencing
Deter people from committing a wide range of crimes, thus promoting community safety
What percentage of their sentence do offenders sentenced to 20 or more years required to serve
70%
What percentage of their sentence must people serve if they are sentenced to less than 20 years
60%
What is the non parole period of people serving life imprisonment
30 years
What is a baseline sentence
Sentence that parliament intends as the median sentence for such offences
How did the government justify the introduction of baseline sentencing (POSITIVE)
Responded to community concern that those who committed serious crimes were not adequately punished
What do prominent legal authorities (Victoria Legal Aid) express concern on the introduction of baseline sentencing (NEGATIVE)(2)
- greater pressure on overcrowded jail system
* increased delays in court system
What may baseline sentencing over complicate?(NEGATIVE)
Sentencing process
How may baseline sentencing benefit the community (POSITIVE)
Puts wrongdoers in prison for longer
