SM was charged with one count of ‘Enter inclosed land not presc premises w/o lawful excuse’, contrary to Section 4(1)(B) Inclosed Lands Protection Act 1901. The victim and the accused are ex partners.
SM initially pleaded guilty on the advice of her previous legal representative. SM sought advice and representation from Chris Cole. Chris Cole made submissions as to why a plea of guilty ought to not stand. His Honour agreed with the submissions and ordered the plea of guilty be traversed. A plea of not guilty was then entered and a hearing date allocated.
This is a great outcome for SM.