Zouaghi, R v

Given the applicant's extensive record, the targeted nature of the thefts, and the seriousness of the offences, the sentence imposed was proper and not manifestly excessive.

Parties: Prosecutor: Regina; Applicant: Amir Zouaghi
Jurisdiction: England and Wales
Judgment Date: 11 October 2011
Procedural Posture: Criminal Appeal / Application for Leave to Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome: application for leave to appeal against sentence refused
Legal Topics: Theft, Sentencing, Recidivism, Appeal Against Sentence

Criminal Law Theft Sentencing Recidivism Appeal Against Sentence

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Parties

Regina

Prosecutor

Amir Zouaghi

Applicant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Application for Leave to Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

1 Whether the sentence imposed was manifestly excessive
2 Whether the applicant received appropriate credit for a guilty plea

Ratio Decidendi

Given the applicant's extensive record, the targeted nature of the thefts, and the seriousness of the offences, the sentence imposed was proper and not manifestly excessive.

Court Disposition

application for leave to appeal against sentence refused