R v Jensen - [2026] NZHC 1944

The defendant sentenced after pleading guilty to murder. Court satisfied life sentence would not be manifestly unjust under s 102 of the Sentencing Act 2002. A life sentence is required in the interests of public safety. The Court considered the application of R v Van Hemert [2023] NZSC 116, [2023] 1 NZLR 412.

Starting point for minimum period of imprisonment 11 years. Reductions available for guilty plea and impact of mental health issues on culpability. End sentence of life imprisonment with a 10-year minimum period of imprisonment.