MR was charged with ‘Destroy / damage property’, contrary to s 195(1)(A) Crimes Act 1900 and ‘Stalk / intimidate intend fear physical etc harm’, contrary to s 13(1) Crimes Act 1900. The alleged victim in the incident was MR’s ex-partner.
Pleas of guilty were entered to both charges and the matter proceeded to Sentence. James Castillo tendered materials and made oral submissions on MR’s behalf at the Downing Centre Local Court.
Ultimately, His Honour sentenced MR to a Conditional Release Order without conviction for a period of 2 years. Under this Order, MR must not commit any offences for the duration of the Order, and he must appear before the Court if called to do so. An Apprehended Domestic Violence Order was finalised for the same period.
This is a very pleasing result, especially noting that MR’s long-term employment could not continue had he received a criminal conviction.