The Local Court in NSW is concerned with applying the sentencing procedures which consider factors like punishment, deterrence, protection of the community, rehabilitation of the offender, and recognise the harm done to the victim of the crime and the community.
Your Sydney criminal defence lawyer & solicitor will submit a favourable case on your behalf. Factors relevant to your case may include extra-curial punishment, time spent in custody, rehabilitation programs, remorse, discount for the plea of guilty and any compensation given to the victim and the community.
These are referred to as subjective features and can allow an offender to avoid imprisonment or even avoid a conviction altogether.