Erin Patterson appeal live: prosecutors to seek life in prison without parole for triple murderer
Victorian court of appeal also to consider whether triple murder and attempted murder convictions should be quashed Erin Patterson argues mushroom murder convictions should be quashed due to ‘catastrophic’ failure of justice Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The appeal hearing has resumed. Patterson has joined the court via video link from Melbourne’s Dame Phyllis Frost…
Prosecutors argue Erin Patterson's appeal should be dismissed, stating her appeal lacks substantial merit. Victoria's Director of Public Prosecutions, Brendan Kissane KC, asserts Patterson's current prison conditions do not meet the United Nations criteria for solitary confinement, despite claims by her defense. Patterson is housed in Dame Phyllis Frost Centre's Gordon unit, a protected area, which is reviewed monthly, and has access to the prison's library and leisure center.
Prosecutors maintain Patterson's solitary confinement risk is unfounded, citing her monthly cell reviews and access to resources like a computer and crocheting materials.
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- Case against Erin Patterson is ‘overwhelming’ and mushroom killer’s appeal should be dismissed, prosecutors say theguardian.com
- Live: Erin Patterson's fight to appeal her murder conviction continues in court abc.net.au
- The mushroom-foraging claim at the heart of Erin Patterson’s appeal theage.com.au
- The mushroom-foraging claim at the heart of Erin Patterson’s appeal smh.com.au
