Coughtrey, R v [1997] EWCA Crim 224 (28th January, 1997)

Coughtrey, R v [1997] EWCA Crim 224 (28th January, 1997)

It is at least arguable that a term of seven years for an escape not involving actual violence and without extensive planning was excessive, warranting leave to appeal.

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Citation
[1997] EWCA Crim 224
Parties
Applicant: Applicant; Respondent: Crown; Co Accused: Gary Johns
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Application for Leave to Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
Leave to appeal granted
Legal Topics
Breaking Prison, Sentencing, Escape From Custody
Criminal Law Breaking Prison Sentencing Escape From Custody

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Parties

Applicant

Applicant

Crown

Respondent

Gary Johns

Co Accused

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Application for Leave to Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentence of seven years' imprisonment for breaking prison was manifestly excessive given the circumstances.

Ratio Decidendi

It is at least arguable that a term of seven years for an escape not involving actual violence and without extensive planning was excessive, warranting leave to appeal.

Court Disposition

Leave to appeal granted

Orders

  • Legal aid extended for counsel to argue the appeal