District Court of New South Wales case law
Judgments from the District Court of New South Wales with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions. The original content is public and official; the summaries and analysis are produced by VadeLab's technology.
Sentence for indecent assault and aggravated break, enter and steal
Court Orders Prosecutor to Pay Defendant's Costs in Criminal Case
Sentence for Aggravated Robbery in NSW District Court
In this case, the defendant was found guilty of aggravated robbery and was sentenced to three years in prison. The court considered several factors, including the defendant's past criminal behavior and their potential for rehabilitation.
Application to Rely on Late-Served Evidence Rejected by District Court of NSW
Sentence for Transmitting Indecent Material to Minor
Proceedings Dismissed for Failure to Appear at Final Hearing
Conviction for Manslaughter by Criminal Negligence in NSWDC
The claimant was found guilty of manslaughter by criminal negligence after causing the death of another through reckless behavior involving drug use. The court sentenced the claimant to 7 years imprisonment with a non-parole period of 4 years and 9 months.
Arson Sentence: Four Years Nine Months Imprisonment
The court sentenced a man to four years and nine months in prison for setting fire to a residential unit with the intention to cause bodily harm. The judge considered the severe risk to human life and the fact that no one was injured due to luck.
Sentence Imposed for Drug Trafficking in NSW
Email Defamation Case in NSW District Court
Sentence for Multiple Property Offences - District Court NSW
Employee Convicted for Receiving Benefits in NSW
An employee was found guilty of receiving benefits in exchange for showing favouritism towards certain subcontractors. The court sentenced the employee to multiple counts of corruption under the Crimes Act 1900.
Appeal Allowed: Taxation Officer Failed to Provide Adequate Reasons
In a taxation dispute, the appeal was allowed because the Taxation Officer did not provide enough reasons for their decision. The case involved tax assessments and penalties for two brothers.
Conviction for Aggravated Break and Enter and Assault in NSW District Court
District Court Grants Leave for Late Personal Injury Claim
The District Court allowed a plaintiff to start a late personal injury claim after determining that the plaintiff had provided a full and satisfactory explanation for the delay in starting the claim.
Sentence for Dishonesty and Drug Offences in NSW
A 23-year-old man with a history of drug abuse and dishonesty was sentenced to 3 years in prison with an 18-month non-parole period. The court took into account his prior convictions and the need for general deterrence.
Severe Sentencing for Large-Scale Drug Trafficking and Manufacturing
In this case, the District Court of New South Wales sentenced a person to 24 years in prison for large-scale drug trafficking and manufacturing operations involving over 292 kilograms of Methylamphetamine.