The Geelong County Court delivered justice on Friday, November 21, 2025, with several defendants facing sentencing for crimes ranging from assault to dangerous driving. The court's decisions reflect the community's stance on criminal behavior and road safety.
Assault and Theft Cases Dominate Court Docket
Shane Barker, a 34-year-old resident of Corio, received a significant sentence for multiple offenses. The court handed down an 18-month community correction order for assault-related charges, requiring him to perform 150 hours of unpaid community work. Additionally, Barker faced consequences for driving while disqualified, receiving a 12-month license disqualification.
In another case, Jarrod Bice, aged 31 from Norlane, was sentenced for theft and dealing with property suspected as proceeds of crime. The court imposed a 12-month community correction order alongside a $500 fine, demonstrating the legal system's approach to property crimes.
Driving Offences Receive Strict Penalties
The court showed little tolerance for road safety violations. Kurt Brown, a 28-year-old from Corio, faced consequences for unlicensed driving, receiving a $750 fine and a 6-month license disqualification.
Jye Collins, aged 24 and also from Corio, received more severe penalties for driving while disqualified. The court imposed an 18-month community correction order and disqualified his license for 12 months, reflecting the seriousness of repeat driving offenses.
Varied Outcomes Across Multiple Cases
Other cases before the court included Steven Cook, 41 from Norlane, who received a 12-month community correction order and a $350 fine for theft. Meanwhile, Jai Dolan, 29 from Bell Post Hill, faced sentencing for criminal damage and received a 12-month community correction order with a $500 fine.
The court also dealt with Jack Dunne, 30 from Norlane, who received a 12-month community correction order and a $300 fine for theft-related charges. These consistent sentencing patterns show the court's structured approach to similar offenses.
All sentences were handed down under the supervision of presiding judicial officers at the Geelong County Court, located at 2 Lonsdale Street in central Geelong. The court continues to process cases affecting the broader Geelong community, ensuring local justice is served efficiently and fairly.
