A law expert says the court system can be fixed by understanding facts - not mandatory sentences. 

Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith hasn't ruled out the policy which would see a minimum standard set for various crimes. 

Judges currently have discretion to give discounts based on aggravating or mitigating circumstances. 

Former High Court judge Sir Ron Young says New Zealand has a lot of people in prison as it is. 

He told Heather du Plessis-Allan the courts are already on the heavy end of sentencing, with people serving up to 20 years for murder compared to just ten, 30 years ago. 

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A law expert says the court system can be fixed by understanding facts - not mandatory sentences.&nbsp;
Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith hasn't ruled out the policy which would see a minimum standard set for various crimes.&nbsp;
Judges currently have discretion to give discounts based on aggravating or mitigating circumstances.&nbsp;
Former High Court judge Sir Ron Young says New Zealand has a lot of people in prison as it is.&nbsp;
He told Heather du Plessis-Allan the courts are already on the heavy end of sentencing, with people serving up to 20 years for murder compared to just ten, 30 years ago.&nbsp;
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Sir Ron Young: Former High Court judge discusses mandatory sentences policy

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