Appellate court quashes first instance judgment for legal error in sentencing and factual findings regarding recidivism.

The appellate court granted the defense's appeal to overturn the first instance judgment, finding errors in both legal qualification and factual determinations. The defense argued that the court incorrectly applied recidivism rules and failed to order a psychiatric expert opinion, while the prosecution contended the original sentencing was appropriate. Consequently, the court set aside the first instance decision and remanded the case for a new trial to correct these procedural and substantive flaws.