A total effective sentence of 6 years' imprisonment with a non-parole period of 3 years 6 months for 26 Commonwealth online sexual offences against 20 victims aged 11-15, committed over more than two years including while on bail, was held not manifestly inadequate where the offender was young, had impaired mental capacity, a significant hearing disability, no prior convictions, pleaded guilty early, and showed remorse. General deterrence remains the paramount sentencing consideration for online sexual offences against children.
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