Where a victim impact statement describes harm well beyond what might generally be expected from the circumstances of the offending, the sentencing judge is obliged to approach the statement with caution, particularly where the harm is not supported by other evidence. Uncritical acceptance of such a statement may lead to a sentence that is manifestly excessive.
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