Regina v Drew: CACD 19 Dec 2001
The appellant, a mentally disordered offender appealed the imposition of an automatic life sentence. He asserted that it was a breach of his human rights. Held: Although courts had repeatedly encouraged the use of orders under the Mental Health Act, parliament had made its wishes clear, and such an order would provide greater protection for … Continue reading Regina v Drew: CACD 19 Dec 2001