Ajmal, R. v

Ajmal, R. v

Consecutive sentences for the two offences were inappropriate as they arose from a single episode; the proper sentence for attempted arson with intent to endanger life, considering the guilty plea and circumstances, is 8 years' imprisonment, with the sentence for arson made concurrent.

Parties
Prosecution: Regina; Appellant: Amar Ajmal
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
24 February 2010
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment
Outcome
appeal allowed in part
Legal Topics
Arson, Sentencing, Appeal, Attempted Arson, Consecutive Vs Concurrent Sentences
Criminal Law Arson Sentencing Appeal Attempted Arson Consecutive Vs Concurrent Sentences

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Parties

Regina

Prosecution

Amar Ajmal

Appellant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Judgment

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether consecutive sentences were appropriate for two offences arising from a single episode
  2. 2 Whether the sentence for attempted arson with intent to endanger life was excessive

Ratio Decidendi

Consecutive sentences for the two offences were inappropriate as they arose from a single episode; the proper sentence for attempted arson with intent to endanger life, considering the guilty plea and circumstances, is 8 years' imprisonment, with the sentence for arson made concurrent.

Court Disposition

appeal allowed in part

Orders

  • Sentence for attempted arson with intent to endanger life reduced to 8 years' imprisonment
  • Sentence for arson made concurrent