Types of Sentencing

Question 1

double C, F, D

Answer 1

custodial
community
fines
discharge

Question 2

Custodial

Answer 2

mandatory life
discretionary life (max life)
fixed term sentence
home detention curfew
extended sentence (start in prison)
suspended sentence (max 2 years)

Question 3

Community

Answer 3

-prohibited activity
-unpaid work(community service)
-Curfew
-Attendance centre (must report regulary)
-Residence order
-mental health treatment
-drug and alcohol treatment
-supervision order

Question 4

Fines

Answer 4

-unlimited fines post 2015
-account for ability to pay the fine
-most common sentence

Question 5

Discharge

Answer 5

-convicted of an offence but punishment not deemed necessary
-considered if there was intention
-conditional discharge
-absolute discharge

Question 6

factors

Answer 6

• aggravating and mitigating