greggerypeccary wrote on Mar 13^th, 2019 at 10:14am:


In a box?

Bobby. wrote on Mar 13^th, 2019 at 10:17am:


In a chauffeur driven car.

He's appealing the conviction.

I watched the entire summation. I consider Judge Kidd's words to be well considered and intelligent

He gave weight to the victim's rights but  also to Pell's medical condition and the fact that he is in the twilight of his life

Pell's legal team will appeal this decision however, Judge Kidd's summation was brilliant and I can't see how an appeal will succeed. It may but it will need an almighty brilliant effort from the best brains in the legal profession to achieve it

Judge Kidd's sentencing was totally convincing and well balanced

red baron wrote on Mar 13^th, 2019 at 10:28am:


Well, they're appealing the conviction actually.

Moreover, Kidd's sentencing summation will have no affect on that process.

red baron wrote on Mar 13^th, 2019 at 10:37am:


They already have the (three) grounds for appeal.

Kidd's sentencing is neither important nor relevant in regard to the appeal process.

I agree that he did a good job, though.

PZ547 wrote on Mar 13^th, 2019 at 10:40am:


Actually, he didn't stick to the facts at all.

Kidd's sentencing is completely irrelevant in the appeal process.

Moreover, the grounds for appeal have already been identified.

I agree with red when he says Kidd did a good job, though.

A statement read on behalf of victim "J":


Here is a rough transcription of J’s statement, read by his lawyer, Viv Waller. A choir boy in the 1990s, J has remained anonymous throughout the process. Waller reminds the media and others that it is an offence publish details that may identify the victim.

“I respect what the judge said. It was meticulous and it was considered. It is hard for me to allow myself to feel the gravity of this moment.

The moment when the sentence is handed down, the moment when justice is done. It is hard for me, for the time being, to take comfort in this outcome.

I appreciate that the court has acknowledged what was inflicted upon me as a child. However, there is no rest for me.

Everything is overshadowed by the fourth coming appeal.

I am aware of a lot of public comment by people who are critical of my evidence. Regardless of the outcome of the appeal - a few facts will always remain.

I gave evidence for several days. I was cross-examined by Pell’s defence counsel. A jury has unanimously accepted the truth of my evidence.

Pell chose not to give evidence. The jury did not hear from him. He did not allow himself to be cross-examined.

I have played my part as best I can. I took the difficult step of reporting to police about a high-profile person, and I stood up to give my evidence.”