Where there is no causal connection between an offender's mental state and the offending, the relevance of general deterrence depends on the particular circumstances of the case, including the factual findings regarding the offending. A sentencing judge does not err by maintaining the significance of general deterrence in such circumstances. Failure of counsel to raise mental health submissions at first instance will ordinarily preclude appellate challenge unless serious injustice is shown.
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