Three-year Sentence (Press, 13 August 1963)
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Summary: Three-year Sentence (Press, 13 August 1963)
Robert Mervyn Hills, a 23-year-old man, was sentenced to three years’ imprisonment for committing an indecent act upon a male and another year for attempted sodomy. These sentences are to be served concurrently. Hills was found guilty by a jury on 5 August 1963. During sentencing, Mr Justice Wilson indicated that the prison authorities should explore the possibility of further medical treatment for Hills, following a recommendation from the jury. Mr A. F. Wilding represented Hills in court, while Mr I. C. J. Polson appeared for the Crown. In a separate case, Daniel Scannell, 31 years old, was sentenced to one year's probation and ordered to pay £50 towards prosecution costs for committing bigamy. Scannell was also found guilty on 5 August 1963. Mr Justice Wilson noted several mitigating circumstances that influenced his decision not to impose a prison sentence on Scannell. The judge pointed out that he could not find a significant distinction between Scannell's culpability and that of the woman involved in the bigamous marriage. Mr G. R. Lascelles acted on behalf of Scannell in the proceedings.
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