A sentence of 30 months (60% of maximum) for dangerous driving causing serious injury is not manifestly excessive where the offending involves high moral culpability (high-speed driving, running a red light, blood alcohol of .132), even where the offender sustained very serious injuries, there was considerable delay, and the offender suffered depression and anxiety. Arguments about the burden of imprisonment due to the offender's injuries, extra-curial punishment, and Verdins principles should be properly articulated before the sentencing judge.
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