George Pell pre-sentence hearing LIVE: Former PM John Howard submits character reference for Cardinal - The Age

Pell's attack on the second boy in the second incident, in 1997, was brazen and forceful, the prosecutor said.

In discussion, Judge Kidd questioned whether in Pell's mind at the time he thought he could get away with his crimes, which he described as "utterly brazen", and thought he had a degree of impunity.

Judge Kidd said public denunciation and deterring others from committing similar crimes would "loom large" in sentencing.

Pell's prospects for rehabilitation were very good and it was unlikely he would reoffend, the judge said.

Mr Gibson said Pell had never shown any remorse or insight for his crimes, had not taken responsibility or explained them, although he conceded the 77-year-old was at an advanced age and unlikely to commit further crimes.

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