An ambiguous expression of objective seriousness (such as 'at least' mid-range) does not necessarily occasion appellate error if the sentence imposed is within the appropriate range and is consistent with a mid-range assessment. Where a sentencing judge's non-parole period is significantly below what would result from a discount for the guilty plea alone applied to the standard non-parole period, the Court may infer that other mitigating factors were taken into account even if not expressly identified.
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