Bal, R. v

Bal, R. v

Given the facts, absence of harm to neighbours, and comparable authorities, the appropriate sentence is 3 years' imprisonment, not 4.

Parties
Appellant: Baljinder Singh Bal; Respondent: Regina
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
13 June 2008
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Sentence Appeal
Outcome
appeal allowed in part
Legal Topics
Arson, Sentencing, Recklessness, Failure to Provide Specimen
Criminal Law Arson Sentencing Recklessness Failure to Provide Specimen

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Parties

Baljinder Singh Bal

Appellant

Regina

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Sentence Appeal

Legal Issues

  1. 1 What is the appropriate sentence for arson being reckless as to whether life is endangered?
  2. 2 Was the original sentence of 4 years' imprisonment manifestly excessive?

Ratio Decidendi

Given the facts, absence of harm to neighbours, and comparable authorities, the appropriate sentence is 3 years' imprisonment, not 4.

Court Disposition

appeal allowed in part

Orders

  • Sentence for arson reduced from 4 years to 3 years' imprisonment.