Speeches to note: "Throwing Stones", by the Hon Justice Keith Mason, 6 October 2007
Fri Oct 12 2007This speech, delivered by the Hon Justice Keith Mason at the Judicial Conference of Australia,�"explores the motivation of studied harshness, when it is legitimate, and its impact upon the effective working of the judiciary."
"We can give offence without intending it. But judges, of all people, ought to know the meaning of their words. Sometimes the sting is intended, especially in a reserved judgment. Sometimes it is personal", said Justice Mason.
12 October 2007