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Report
Description
In this research brief the sentencing of Indigenous women in Australia is examined. Quantitative and qualitative data on sentencing patterns and practices are presented in relation to Indigenous women in Australia, although the limitations of these data should be acknowledged. Some examples of non-custodial and custodial sentencing options for Indigenous women in Australia are discussed. A brief overview of Indigenous women’s offending patterns will also be presented, along with relevant developments in Canada and New Zealand.
Publication Details
Access Rights Type:
open
Post date:
27 Feb 2013
