CRIMINAL LAWAppealConvictionApplicant convicted of three charges of causing injury intentionally, six charges of indecent act with a child, 16 charges of incest, and one charge of assault (26 charges)
Indecent assault, sexual assault, administer intoxicating substance for sexual purpose, rape, possess child abuse material. Three victims in early 20’s. Mature offender in position of trust. Offender photographed sexual acts with first two victims. Profound victim impact. Offender with no prior convictions or subsequent matters. Role of drugs and alcohol in offending. Threeyear delay before report of last offence and arrest. Rehabilitation occurred over that time. Further 2 and a half years on remand awaiting resolution of matter. Lack of complete insight into causes of offending, remorse still present. Low to medium risk of re‑offending with treatment. Serious sexual offender. SORA.