R v Adam Lukaszewicz

R v Adam Lukaszewicz

The combination of physical and psychological harm, the unprovoked nature of the assault, and aggravating factors justified a sentence above the guideline for a category 3C offence; the sentence of 20 months' imprisonment was not manifestly excessive.

Parties
Prosecution: Rex; Appellant: Adam Lukaszewicz
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
03 May 2026
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment
Outcome
appeal dismissed
Legal Topics
Sentencing, Unlawful Wounding, Appeal Against Sentence
Criminal Law Sentencing Unlawful Wounding Appeal Against Sentence

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Parties

Rex

Prosecution

Adam Lukaszewicz

Appellant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Judgment

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentence imposed for unlawful wounding was manifestly excessive
  2. 2 Proper categorisation of harm under sentencing guidelines
  3. 3 Appropriate uplift for aggravating factors

Ratio Decidendi

The combination of physical and psychological harm, the unprovoked nature of the assault, and aggravating factors justified a sentence above the guideline for a category 3C offence; the sentence of 20 months' imprisonment was not manifestly excessive.

Court Disposition

appeal dismissed

Orders

  • The sentence of 20 months' imprisonment is upheld.