Sentencing Explained

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Sentencing Explained Podcast

Sentencing Explained is a podcast about NSW sentencing trends and practices. Join Chair of the NSW Sentencing Council, the Hon Peter McClellan AM KC, in conversation with esteemed guests including judges, police, public interest lawyers, prosecutors, victims’ advocates, and Sentencing Council members. They provide a window into the NSW justice system for students, lawyers, and anyone interested in criminal law. Episodes are released on Mondays. If you’re a student, get the most of each episode and download the study guide at sentencingcouncil.nsw.gov.au/podcast

  1. An insight into parole with the Hon James Wood AO KC

    05/21/2023

    An insight into parole with the Hon James Wood AO KC

    Parole is an important part of our criminal justice system. It provides offenders with a path to rehabilitation as they transition from the prison system back into the community. But how does parole work? In this episode, Peter is joined by the Honourable James Wood AO KC. Mr Wood has had a long career in the law, including as the former Chair of the State Parole Authority. They discuss how parole decisions are made, what happens when an offender breaches a parole condition and whether parole actually does reduce re-offending. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    40 min
  2. Aboriginal people and the criminal justice system with Magistrate Douglass

    04/30/2023

    Aboriginal people and the criminal justice system with Magistrate Douglass

    In this episode, we are joined by Magistrate Mark Douglass to talk about his experiences as an Aboriginal magistrate and his perspective on Aboriginal people and the criminal justice system. Magistrate Douglass discusses how he overcame early life challenges to reach his current position. He shares his hope that the criminal justice system is changing, including through the expansion of culturally-specific processes and his work as Chair of the Local Court’s First Nations Committee. Please note this episode contains content that some listeners may find distressing, including mentions of domestic violence, sexual assault and suicide. If you want to avoid this content, skip from 1:41 to 3:07 and from 22:35 to 23:36. If you need support, you can contact these services free of charge: Beyond Blue: call support services on 1300 22 4636 or visit www.beyondblue.org.au Lifeline: call the 24-hour crisis line on 13 11 14 or visit lifeline.org.au FullStop Australia: call 1800 424 017 or visit www.fullstop.org.au National Sexual Assault, Family and Domestic Violence Counselling Service: call 1800RESPECT or 1800 737 732,or visit www.1800respect.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    39 min
  3. Circle Sentencing with Maree Jennings

    04/03/2023

    Circle Sentencing with Maree Jennings

    In this episode we are joined by Darumbal and Gunggari woman Maree Jennings to talk about the Circle Sentencing program. A former community panel member and Project Officer in Circle Sentencing, Maree now works on the operational side of the program with the Department of Communities and Justice. Listen in to hear about Maree’s experience sitting on Circles, how Circle Sentencing works and why she thinks the program is making a difference to Aboriginal people’s lives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    32 min
  4. Sentencing Aboriginal offenders on the Walama List with Justice Dina Yehia

    03/26/2023

    Sentencing Aboriginal offenders on the Walama List with Justice Dina Yehia

    In this episode, we have the privilege of being joined by Justice Dina Yehia SC. Justice Yehia was recently appointed to the Supreme Court from the District Court, where she played a key role in setting up the Walama List. The Walama List is a sentencing procedure in the District Court for eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander offenders. Listen in to hear how the Walama List differs from the regular sentencing process and why Justice Yehia found the experience so rewarding. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    52 min
  5. Exploring victims’ rights and experiences in sentencing with Professor Tracey Booth

    03/19/2023

    Exploring victims’ rights and experiences in sentencing with Professor Tracey Booth

    Did you know that victims are not a party in criminal proceedings, but are actually witnesses? This week we are joined by Professor Tracey Booth, who is an expert in victim impact statements and victims’ role in sentencing. In this episode Professor Booth explains how the role of victims in the courtroom has changed over time, and talks about the importance of trauma-informed courts. Listen in to find out what rights victims have in sentencing, and how victim impact statements work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    40 min
  6. Prison and community corrections with retired Commissioner of Corrective Services Peter Severin

    03/12/2023

    Prison and community corrections with retired Commissioner of Corrective Services Peter Severin

    What happens when someone is sentenced to prison? What education programs are available to prisoners? What does the day-to-day life of a prisoner look like? In this episode of Sentencing Explained, we sit down with retired Commissioner of Corrective Services and current Sentencing Council member Peter Severin.  Listen in to find out what happens after someone is sentenced to prison – from when they leave the courtroom to their release back into the community. Former Commissioner Severin also takes us through the prison classification system and discusses how the system responds to prisoner issues and needs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    57 min
  7. Spotlight on the appeals process with Justices Robert Beech-Jones and Derek Price

    03/05/2023

    Spotlight on the appeals process with Justices Robert Beech-Jones and Derek Price

    What happens when someone appeals their sentence? In this episode we are joined by Justice Robert Beech-Jones, Chief Judge at Common Law in the Supreme Court, and Justice Derek Price, Chief Judge of the District Court, to find out.   Our guests talk about when a decision can be appealed, the different types of appeals and the options available to courts when considering an appeal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    41 min
  8. Delving into the Drug Court with Senior Judge Jane Mottley

    02/26/2023

    Delving into the Drug Court with Senior Judge Jane Mottley

    Would it surprise you to learn the NSW Drug Court was established to steer drug-dependent offenders away from prison?  As Senior Judge Jane Mottley explains, the program is no walk in the park for participants. But it gives them an invaluable opportunity to receive expert support for their drug dependency and take steps towards rehabilitation. Judge Mottley joins Peter in this episode of Sentencing Explained to discuss the Drug Court and the story behind its success. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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About

Sentencing Explained is a podcast about NSW sentencing trends and practices. Join Chair of the NSW Sentencing Council, the Hon Peter McClellan AM KC, in conversation with esteemed guests including judges, police, public interest lawyers, prosecutors, victims’ advocates, and Sentencing Council members. They provide a window into the NSW justice system for students, lawyers, and anyone interested in criminal law. Episodes are released on Mondays. If you’re a student, get the most of each episode and download the study guide at sentencingcouncil.nsw.gov.au/podcast

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  • Creator
    NSW Sentencing Council
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2023
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 NSW Sentencing Council
  • Show Website
    Sentencing Explained

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