Terms of Reference for Review of Phasing Out of Suspended Sentences
We have long stood with the evidence of what works in turning around rates of recidivism.
We have long stood with the evidence of what works in turning around rates of recidivism.
The Liberals have taken the next step in scrapping suspended sentences, producing legislation for public comment.
Last week the Liberals confirmed their intention to phase out suspended sentences and replace them with alternatives.
The Sentencing Advisory Council's report on the phasing out of suspended sentences delivered a list of less proven and far more costly alternatives.
The draft report of the Sentencing Advisory Council makes it clear the Liberals' plan to abolish suspended sentences could triple Tasmania's prison population.
The Attorney General has refused to release department projections of the impact of ideologically driven abolition of suspended sentence.