Jeffrey Godfrey sentenced to 12 years for manslaughter of his wife Vanessa in 2022, due to drug-induced psychosis.

Jeffrey James Godfrey, 53, was sentenced to 12 years in prison for the manslaughter of his wife, Vanessa Godfrey, 46, at a Queensland resort on Valentine's Day 2022. Initially charged with murder, Godfrey's mental health was found to have diminished responsibility due to drug-induced psychosis. Justice Glenn Martin emphasized Godfrey's betrayal of trust and the dangers of drug abuse. Godfrey will be eligible for parole after six years and seven months. Vanessa's daughter expressed relief at the sentence, feeling justice had been served.

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