A total sentence of 12 years' imprisonment for multiple sexual penetration and indecent dealing offences by a father against his daughter aged 7-11 years, reduced from a starting point of 15 years for an early guilty plea and cooperation, falls within the acceptable sentencing range. The dominant sentencing considerations for sexual assault by an adult upon a young child within a family environment are punishment and general and personal deterrence.
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