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Victoria’s DPP Appeals Erin Patterson’s 33-Year Non-Parole Term

The filing argues the life sentence’s parole eligibility is manifestly inadequate under Justice Christopher Beale’s decision.

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Erin Patterson, 51, was handed life in prison with parole last month
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Overview

  • A DPP spokesperson confirmed an application was lodged on Monday seeking a tougher non-parole outcome.
  • Patterson was sentenced on September 8 to life with a 33-year non-parole period for murdering Don and Gail Patterson and Heather Wilkinson.
  • Justice Christopher Beale said the crimes fell into the worst category of murder but declined life without parole due to likely restrictive custody conditions tied to the case’s notoriety.
  • The defence, now led by barrister Richard Edney, has signalled an appeal and requested additional time to file under a temporary extension directive.
  • Under the sentence, Patterson would be eligible to seek parole in 2056 at about age 82 after being held in custody since her November 2, 2024 arrest.