CRIMINAL PROCEDURE REGULATION 2010 - REG 40 Functions of circle sentencing groups

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CRIMINAL PROCEDURE REGULATION 2010 - REG 40

40 Functions of circle sentencing groups

(1) The functions of a circle sentencing group are as follows:

(a) to determine an appropriate plan for the treatment or rehabilitation of a referred offender,

(b) to recommend an appropriate sentence for the offender,

(c) to provide support or other assistance to the offender in completing the program or an intervention plan arising out of the program,

(d) such other functions as may be imposed or conferred on the group by this Division or the guidelines.

(2) Without limiting subclause (1) (a), a circle sentencing group may require a referred offender to comply with a plan that includes requirements relating to any one or more of the following:

(a) the conduct and good behaviour of the offender,

(b) attendance for counselling or other treatment,

(c) the supervision of the offender for the duration of the plan,

(d) residence, association with other persons or attendance at specified locations,

(e) involvement in activities, courses, training or employment for the purpose of promoting the re-integration of the offender into the community,

(f) such other matters as the group considers would promote the treatment or rehabilitation of the offender.