The distinction between dishonesty offences and other offences is relevant to the exercise of the discretion to record a conviction under s 12(2) of the Penalties and Sentences Act 1992 (Qld). Considerations weighing against recording a conviction for an offence of dishonesty (particularly impact on employment prospects) do not apply with the same force to other types of convictions, such as dangerous driving offences.
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