"Last time I reached this level of frustration I retired": Judge rages at broken system

Rochelle Kirkham
Updated September 24 2021 - 7:31am, first published 7:00am
Thomas Smith.
Thomas Smith.

A Victorian County Court judge has unleashed his frustration over the lack of proper rehabilitation for 'broken' and 'damaged' prisoners during a hearing on Thursday.

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Rochelle Kirkham

Rochelle covers court and has a particular interest in social issues including homelessness, food security and family violence.

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