How does a judge know if an offender is truly sorry?

How does a judge know if an offender is truly sorry?

Author: ABC Australia July 16, 2024 Duration: 28:36
When calculating a sentence, a judge weighs up many considerations, including remorse. But is it really possible to determine if an offender is genuinely sorry? 

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