R v Alan Middleton

R v Alan Middleton

The sentence imposed was within the appropriate range for the nature and seriousness of the offences, with correct application of sentencing guidelines, proper calculation of loss, and appropriate discount for guilty pleas. No arguable merit was found in the grounds of appeal or in the fresh evidence submitted.

Parties
Prosecution: Rex; Applicant: Alan Middleton
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
07 October 2025
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Renewed Application for Leave to Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
renewed application for leave to appeal against sentence refused
Legal Topics
Fraud, False Representation, Bankruptcy Offences, Company Management While Bankrupt, Theft, Sentencing Guidelines, Guilty Plea Discount
Criminal Law Fraud False Representation Bankruptcy Offences Company Management While Bankrupt Theft Sentencing Guidelines Guilty Plea Discount

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Parties

Rex

Prosecution

Alan Middleton

Applicant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Renewed Application for Leave to Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentence imposed was manifestly excessive or wrong in principle
  2. 2 Whether the Recorder erred in calculating harm and loss for sentencing
  3. 3 Whether sufficient mitigation was considered

Ratio Decidendi

The sentence imposed was within the appropriate range for the nature and seriousness of the offences, with correct application of sentencing guidelines, proper calculation of loss, and appropriate discount for guilty pleas. No arguable merit was found in the grounds of appeal or in the fresh evidence submitted.

Court Disposition

renewed application for leave to appeal against sentence refused