Will Erin Patterson appeal her sentence? What happens next
9News AustraliaSEP 2025
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The harsh conditions Patterson faces in solitary confinement, combined with the unprecedented media circus surrounding this case, warrant consideration for a more lenient sentence. She's been held in continuous isolation for 15 months and will likely remain there for years, making her imprisonment far more burdensome than typical inmates. The intense public scrutiny and her notorious status create additional punishment beyond what the law intended.
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