Sentences of 4 years' imprisonment for using a carriage service with intent to procure sexual activity with persons under 16 (s 474.26(1) Criminal Code (Cth)) were manifestly excessive where the offending was limited to persuading boys to masturbate on webcam, without arranging meetings, initiating other sexual activities, or evidence of harm to victims. The case provides a comprehensive table of comparable sentences for offences under ss 474.26 and 474.27 of the Criminal Code (Cth).
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