General deterrence is the primary sentencing consideration for money laundering offences under s 400.3 of the Criminal Code (Cth), particularly where the offending involves large sums, multiple transactions, and a connection to organised drug trafficking. The degree of recklessness within the statutory mental element is assessed on a spectrum for sentencing purposes, with proximity to actual knowledge being an aggravating factor. Sentences in excess of 50 percent of the maximum penalty may be appropriate for serious money laundering offences even where mitigating factors are present.
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