Where a sentencing judge assesses an aggregate sentence by reference to the Henry guideline (which already incorporates a component for a late plea of guilty), a discount of slightly less than 25 per cent on the aggregate figure is not erroneous. The decision whether to find special circumstances warranting departure from the statutory non-parole period ratio remains discretionary and must reflect the offender's criminality.
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