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Criminal Procedure Regulation 2017
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#### 44 Functions of circle sentencing groups
44 Functions of circle sentencing groups
> > (1) The functions of a circle sentencing group are as follows—
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> > > (a) to determine an appropriate plan for the treatment or rehabilitation of a referred offender,
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> > > (b) to recommend an appropriate sentence for the offender,
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> > > (c) to provide support or other assistance to the offender in completing the program or an intervention plan arising out of the program,
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> > > (d) any other functions that may be imposed or conferred on the group by this Division or the guidelines.
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> > (2) Without limiting subclause (1) (a), a circle sentencing group may require a referred offender to comply with a plan that includes requirements relating to any one or more of the following—
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> > > (a) the conduct and good behaviour of the offender,
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> > > (b) attendance for counselling or other treatment,
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> > > (c) the supervision of the offender for the duration of the plan,
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> > > (d) residence, association with other persons or attendance at specified locations,
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> > > (e) involvement in activities, courses, training or employment for the purpose of promoting the reintegration of the offender into the community,
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> > > (f) any other matters that the group considers would promote the treatment or rehabilitation of the offender.