Child Welfare a Focus of Criminal Sentencing Review

Child Welfare a Focus of Criminal Sentencing Review
A statue of Themis, the Greek God of Justice stands outside the Supreme Court in Brisbane, Australia. Dave Hunt/AAP Image
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The New South Wales (NSW) government will review sentencing and bail guidelines after an inquiry recommended taking children’s welfare into consideration when dealing with offenders.

A parliamentary inquiry into supporting children with imprisoned parents last year found having a parent behind bars had a profoundly negative effect on children - and should be avoided when possible.