The appellant appealed his conviction and sentence for fraud over $5,000 related to welfare fraud.
He had pleaded guilty at trial and received a twelve-month conditional sentence and a restitution order.
On appeal, he argued his plea was entered under duress, he received ineffective assistance of counsel, and his lawyer had a conflict of interest.
The Court of Appeal dismissed the appeal, finding no evidence to support his claims, noting he admitted the facts at trial, and upholding the sentence which was based on a joint submission.
