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{\b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Statement of Offence [a] \par }\pard\plain \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 \fs24\lang1033\langfe1033\cgrid\langnp1033\langfenp1033 {\b\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\b\ul\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 UNLAWFUL USE OF MOTOR VEHICLE}{ \b\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 : }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Contrary to Section 292 of the Penal Code Cap 17. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }\pard\plain \qc \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 \fs24\lang1033\langfe1033\cgrid\langnp1033\langfenp1033 {\b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Particulars of Offence [b] \par }\pard\plain \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 \fs24\lang1033\langfe1033\cgrid\langnp1033\langfenp1033 {\b\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\b\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 FILIMONE VETAU and LAISENIA ROKOUA }{ \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 on the 27th day of January 2007 at Labasa in the Northern Division, unlawfully and without the colour of right but not so as to be guilty of stealing took to their own use motor vehicle registration number LT 1364 the property of }{\b\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 AMKA PRASAD s/o RAM BUKSH}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 . \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }\pard\plain \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 \fs24\lang1033\langfe1033\cgrid\langnp1033\langfenp1033 {\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 4.}{ \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The Accused Respondent plead guilty to the charges on the 8th July 2010, and admitted the facts of the case.}{ \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 \par }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par 5.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The Magistrate sentenced the Accused Respondent as follows; \par \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 "}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 I convict the accused on his plea. \par }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The maximum sentence is life imprisonment.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The Magistrates Court has jurisdiction to give 10 years. \par }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The tariff is 4 \endash 7 years. \par }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The maximum sentence for the 2nd count is 3 months imprisonment or 100 FJD fine. \par }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The Accused pleaded guilty on the date of the hearing when all the witnesses are present. \par }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The offence committed in 2007. \par }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Accused is a 1st offender. \par Consider the mitigation. \par Tempted by a friend. \par Although Accused pleaded}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 guilty is not entitled for a substantive discount. \par Considering Accused}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 '}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 s previous good behaviour accused to be given a substantial discount. \par According to the facts admitted by the accused he has asked the driver to stop at a particular place. \par Alcatel mobile phone given to this accused. \par After the incident drank liquor from the money got from the victim \endash Joint Enterprise. \par I consider that a sufficient aggravating factors to enhance the punishment. \par I start with 4 years of imprisonment as it is the least point in tariff. \par I discount 2 years on plead guilty, previous good behaviour and mitigation. \par I enhance by 2 years on the above aggravating factors,, \par I impose 4 years imprisonment. \par I consider section 15 (1) (d) of the sentencing and penalties decree. \par I am of the view that a deterrent punishment is necessary to denounce the disapproval of the society of these offences. \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 However, considering the new provi sions, I am of the view that accused be sentenced for 4 years imprisonment and the accused to serve 2 years in the prison and 2 years in the community as a suspended term. \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 I suspend the balance 2 years for 2 year period. \par 9 months non-parole. \par I fine the accused 100 FJD for count. \par 1 month in default. \par To run concurrently. \par 28 days to pay. \par 28 days to appeal. \par Items recovered to be returned to the complainant.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }\pard \ql \li2880\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin2880\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Sgd: \par }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\ul\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Resident Magistrate}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 " \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 6.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Now I consider the relevant section of Sentencing and Penalties Decree 2009.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Section 26 (2) (b) states as follows: \par \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 "}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 2. A court may only make an order suspending a sentence of imprisonment if the period of imprisonment imposed, or the aggregate period of imprisonment where the offender is sentenced in the proceeding for more than one offence: \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 b)}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 does not exceed 2 years in the case of the Magistrates Court.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 "}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 7.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 As per the above Section, the Magistrate has no power to suspend any sentence above 2 years imprisonment.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The sentence imposed on the Accused respondent was 4 years.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 F ully or partially suspending a sentence by a Magistrate, above 2 years is not permitted by the law.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Therefore, I vacate the sentence imposed on the Accused Respondent. \par \par 8.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 This case can be sent back to the Magistrate for sentencing but considering the delay and inconvenience to the Accused, I exercise powers vested with High Court and proceed to impose the following sentence on the Accused Respondent. \par \par 9.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Accused Respondent was charged for Robbery with Violence on a taxi driver and Unlawful Use of Motor Vehicle punishable under section 293 & 292 of the Penal Code respectively.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{ \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The charge sheet is already produced at paragraph 3 of this judgment. \par \par 10.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The Accused Respondent had admitted the following summary of facts at the Magistrates Court. \par \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 "}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 On the 27th day of January, 2007 at 4.45p.m. at Tuatau Housing, Filimone Vetau }{\b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 (Accused-1)}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 23 years, unemployed and Laisenia Rokoua }{\b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 (Accused-2)}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 24 years, Carpenter both of Naravuka, Seaq aqa robbed Amka Prasad s/o Ram Buksh }{\b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 (victim)}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 63 years, taxi driver of Vunivau, Labasa of $50.00 cash and a Alcatel mobile phone valued at $120.00 all to the total value of $170.00 the property of }{\b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 (victim)}{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 and also drove away the }{\b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 victim}{\b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 '}{ \b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 s t}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 axi registration number LT 1364 without his consent}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 . \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 On the above date and time }{ \b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 victim}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 was operating taxi around Labasa area.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 At about 4.30p.m. the }{\b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 victim}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 whilst on his way to Labasa town he was approached by the two }{\b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Accused}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 at New World Supermarket}{ \b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 .}{\b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 (Accused \endash 1)}{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 asked the }{\b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 victim}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 to drop them to Tuatua.}{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Victim agreed and the two }{\b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Accused}{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 boarded into the taxi.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Upon arrival at Tuatua }{ \b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 (Accused -2)}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 asked the driver to stop as }{\b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 (Accused-2) }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 was sitted beside the driver.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 As the }{ \b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 victim}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 stopped the taxi }{\b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 (Accused-1)}{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 got off the taxi and placed the pen knife on the neck of the victim and also took $50.00 cash from him and also pulled the }{ \b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 victim}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 out of the taxi and }{\b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 (Accused-1)}{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 also drove away the taxi.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Upon all the incident }{ \b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 (Accused-1)}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 gave the Alcatel mobilefone to }{\b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 (Accused-2)}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 and also}{\b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 (Accused-2)}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 joined }{ \b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 (Accused-1)}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 in drinking liquor which they bought from the money of the victim \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\b\i\ul\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\b\i\ul\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Recovery}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 : \par Alcatel mobilefone was recovered from the }{\b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Accused-2}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 .}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 "}{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par 11.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Now I consider the tariff for the offence of Robbery with Violence. In }{ \b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 State vs Elia Manoa}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Criminal Case No. HAC 108 of 2009}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 & }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 HAC 61 of 2010}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Justice Goundar had imposed 10 years imprisonment. In }{ \b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 State v Raymond Johnson}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 HAC 120 of 2008}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Justice Goundar commenced the sentence at 8 years and imposed 10 years imprisonment. In }{\b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 State vs Rasaqio}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 (2010) FJHC 287}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Justice P Madigan had imposed 9 years imprisonment.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par \par 12.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Moreover, the tariff for robbery with violence was set out in the case of }{ \b\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Basa v State}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 [2006] FJCA 23; AAU0024.2005 (24 March 2006) where the Court of Appeal amongst other things quoted: \par \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 "}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Considering these authorities, the Fiji Court of Appeal clearly considers the New Zealand guidelines for Robbery with Violence to be of particular relevance for Fiji. \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Sentences for robberies involving firearms should range from six to eight years.}{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 A lower range of four to seven years is appropriate where firearms are not used and the premises are banks, or shops, post offices or service stations.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 However the sentence may be higher where the victim or victims are particularly vulnerable due to age, infirmity, disability or where children are involved.}{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Similarly where injuries are caused in the course of the robbery, a higher sentence will be justified.}{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The value of the property stolen, evidence of planning or premeditation, multiple off ences and previous convictions for similar offences should be considered aggravating features. \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The sentence may be reduced where the offender has no previous convictions, pleaded guilty and has expressed remorse. \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 This list of aggravating and mitigating features is by no means exhaustive.}{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Furthermore, the sentence will always be adjusted up or down, depending on the facts of the particular case.}{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 "}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par Hence the appropriate tariff for the current matter should range from 4 \endash 7 years imprisonment. \par \par 13.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 In case of }{\b\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Namudu v State}{ \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 [2010] FJHC 53; HAA016.2009 (23 February 2010) his Lordship Justice}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Goundar when delivering on his sentence reflected on the fact that the appellant was fortunate that the Magistrate did not take into consideration that the attack was committed on a public transport provider.}{ \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 His Lordship also quoted from the case of }{\b\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Koroivuata v the State}{ \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 to reflect on the seriousness of the offence. \par \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 "}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Violent and armed robberies of taxi drivers are all too frequent.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The taxi industry serves this country well.}{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 It provides a cheap vital link in short and medium haul transport.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Taxi drivers are particularly exposed to the risk of robbery.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 They are defenceless victims.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The risk of personal harm they take everyday by simply going about their business can only b e ameliorated by harsh deterrent sentences that might instill in prospective muggers the knowledge that if they hurt a taxi driver they will receive a lengthy term of imprisonment.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 "}{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 14.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 In the case of }{ \b\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 State Prosecution v Tilalevu}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 [2010] FJHC 258; HAC081.2 010 (20 July 2010) a case similar to the present matter whereby a bus driver was robbed the learned judge referred to the case of }{\b\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Vilikesa v State}{ \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 [HAA 064/04; 20.08.2004] and quoted: \par }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 "}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Violent and armed robberies of taxi-drivers are all frequent.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The taxi industry serves this country well.}{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 It provides a cheap vital link in short and medium haul transport\'85}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The risk of personal harm they take everyday by simply going about their business can only be ameliorated by harsh deterrent sentences that might instill in prospective muggers the knowledge that if they hurt or harm a taxi-driver, they will receive a lengthy term of imprisonment.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 "}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The learned Judge sentenced the two accused to 7 years imprisonment. \par \par 15.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 In the case of }{\b\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 State v Susu}{ \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 [2010] FJHC 226; HAC054.2010; HAC055.2010; HAC056.2010 (2 July 2010) the learned Judge amongst other things referred to the guidelines for robbery with violence provided in the case of }{ \b\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 State v Rokonabete & Ors.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 [2008] FJHC 226; \par \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 "}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The dominant factor in assessing seriousness for any types of robbery is the degree of force used or threatened.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The degree of injury to the victim or the nature of and duration of threats are also relevant in assessing the seriousness of an offence of robbery with violence.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 If a weapon is involved in the use or threat of force that will always be an important aggravating feature.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Group offending will aggravate an offence because the level of intimidation and fear caused to the victim will be greater.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 It may also indicate planning and gang activity.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Being the ringleader in a group is an aggravating factor.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 If the victims are vulnerable, such as elderly people and persons providing public transport, then that will be an aggravating factor.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Other aggravating factors may include the value of items taken and the fact that an offence was committed whilst the offender was on bail. \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The seriousness of an offence of robbery is mitigated by factors such as a timely guilty plea, clear evidence of remorse, ready co-operation with the police, response to previous sentences, personal circumstances of the offender, first offence of violence, voluntary return of property taken, playing a minor part, and lack of planning involved.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 "}{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par 16.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Considering all, I commence the sentence at 7 years imprisonment. \par \par 17.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Now I consider the aggravating factors. \par \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 1. }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Accused Respondent committed the offence on a taxi driver. \par }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 2. }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The victim was 63 years old. \par }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 3. }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The Accused Respondent drove the taxi away from the taxi driver. \par }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 4. }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The Accused Respondent robbed money from the taxi driver, which may be the earning of the entire day. \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par Considering all, I increase the sentence by 2 years.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Now the sentence is 9 years imprisonment. \par \par 18.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Now I consider the mitigating circumstances. \par \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 a) }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 You are 1st offender. \par }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 b) }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 You pleaded at very early stage of the trial. \par }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 c) }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The Accused Respondent is remorseful. \par }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 d) }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 The Accused Respondent submitted in this Court, that he promise that he will never commit an offence in the future. \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par Considering all, I reduce 2 years.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Now your sentence is 7 years imprisonment. \par \par 19.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 I must place it as record that whoever commits an offence against the member of the public transport system cannot expect any leniency or mercy from the Court, because they play a vital role in the mobility of the public at large. \par \par 20.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Now I consider the sentence on unlawful use of motor vehicle Section 292 of the Penal Code states as follows: \par \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 "}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Any person who unlawfully and without colour of right, but not so as to be guilty of stealing, takes or converts to his own use o r to the use of any person, any draught or riding animal or any vehicle or cycle, however propelled, or any vessel, is guilty of a misdemeanour, and is liable to imprisonment for six months, or to a fine of one hundred dollars, or to both such imprisonmen t and such fine.}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 "}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 21.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Considering the nature of the offence, your aggravating factors and mitigating circumstances I impose $100 fine.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 If you don}{ \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 '}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 t pay, you will be serving 1 month imprisonment in addition to your above sentence. \par \par 22.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 Section 18 (2) of the Sentencing & Penalties Decree states as follows: \par \par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 "}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 If a court considers that the nature of the offence, or the past history of the offender, make the fixing of a non-parole period inappropriate, the court may decline to fix a non-parole period under sub-section (1).}{ \i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 "}{\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 I leave the Accused Respondent to earn his early release under the rules & regulations of the Prison Authority.}{ \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 If the Accused Respondent behaves well he can earn his discharge earlier. \par \par 23.}{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241 }{\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 30 days to appeal. \par \par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\b\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 S. Thurairaja \par }{\b\ul\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 JUDGE \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid2120241 {\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid2120241\charrsid2120241 \par At Labasa \par \par 26th November, 2010 \par }}