Overview

• Magistrate Clare Farnan imposed a 10‑month term with a five‑month non‑parole period for false or misleading evidence given to ICAC in 2018.
• An appeal has been lodged and Maguire was released on conditional bail shortly after sentencing.
• The case centred on intercepted calls with former councillor Michael Hawatt discussing commissions on a proposed Campsie sale, with the court estimating Maguire stood to gain about $700,000.
• Farnan said the offence’s seriousness was mid‑range, noted a lack of remorse but good rehabilitation prospects, and discounted the term due to lengthy prosecution delays.
• The magistrate said she could not be sure of Maguire’s motive, finding he was likely protecting his reputation and stressing the need for deterrence and integrity in public office.