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In forceDetermination of sentence
Part 2Sentencing purposes, principles and factors
Division 2General sentencing provisions
Subdivision 1Procedural provisions
12 Determination of sentence
For the purpose of determining sentence, a court—
(a)
is not bound by the rules of evidence; and
(b)
may inform itself on matters relevant to the determination as it thinks fit; and
(c)
must act according to equity, good conscience and the substantial merits of the case without regard to technicalities and legal forms.
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