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High Court hands down two decisions

High Court hands down two decisions

The High Court has handed down decisions in Hatahet and Dayney

June 12, 2024

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The High Court handed down two decisions yesterday:
- The King v Hatahet [2024] HCA 23 (12 June 2024). Judgment summary here.
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- Dayney v The King [2024] HCA 22 (12 June 2024). Judgment summary here.
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