A sentence of 6 years 6 months' imprisonment (NPP 4 years 6 months) for intentionally causing serious injury was manifestly excessive where the offender had no prior imprisonment, showed remorse by pleading guilty to the lesser offence, had dependent children, a history of domestic violence, and a mental health condition increasing the burden of imprisonment. A sentence of 5 years (NPP 3 years) was substituted. The utility of sentencing statistics and comparative cases for intentionally causing serious injury is limited given the almost infinite variability in circumstances of the offence.
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