Appeals to the Supreme Court from a decision of a Magistrate

Pip has assisted multiple people to appeal decisions of a Magistrate, taking the case to the Supreme Court. Appeals might relate to a sentence imposed, or legal argument. Appeals to the Supreme Court require written submissions to be filed, and the parties then appear in Court to make oral submissions to the Judge. The Director of Public Prosecutions will have a lawyer appearing, who will file written submissions and make oral submissions on behalf of the State of Tasmania. Submissions can range from looking at past sentences for similar matters to raising legal points and discussing cases that have been decided on the same point previously. It is important that you seek expert legal advice and representation if you are considering an appeal to the Supreme Court. Pip can discuss your prospects of success and give you advice about the appeal, file written submissions and make oral submissions on your behalf.

In 2022, Pip represented TM in the Supreme Court on an appeal against a sentence imposed by a Magistrate. Pip successfully argued that the sentence imposed of 2 months imprisonment was manifestly excessive, and he was resentenced to a community corrections order. Click here to read more about this case.