At EAS Legal, we recently represented a 47-year-old male client before the Ballarat Magistrates’ Court who was facing multiple serious charges, including:
The matter was particularly challenging as our client:
Given these factors, the matter was clearly within the range where a further term of imprisonment would ordinarily be imposed.
Our Approach
Our office approached the matter with a clear focus on avoiding a return to custody.
We prepared detailed submissions addressing:
We emphasised that despite the client’s history, there remained a pathway forward that did not involve further incarceration.
The Outcome
Following our submissions, the Court ultimately imposed:
This was an exceptional result, particularly given:
The client’s recent history of imprisonment for less serious offending
Why This Result Matters
Matters involving repeat IVO breaches and stalking offences, particularly where a client is already on an order and has a history of imprisonment, are treated very seriously by the courts.
Securing a non-custodial, non-conviction outcome in these circumstances highlights:
Facing IVO or Stalking Charges?
If you are facing Intervention Order breaches, stalking charges, or repeat offending matters, early legal advice can make a critical difference.
EAS Legal regularly represents clients in serious and complex matters across Victoria.
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