A total sentence of 10 years' imprisonment with parole eligibility for a series of escalating sexual offences against a natural daughter aged 8-10, culminating in penile penetration at knifepoint, was held to be within the sound exercise of sentencing discretion and not manifestly excessive. The case confirms that repeated sexual offences over a substantial period carry culpability to the upper end of the scale.
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