Fretwell, R v

Fretwell, R v

The applications for extension of time to appeal conviction and sentence are refused as wholly without merit. The applicant's claims regarding unfair trial and self-defence are implausible and unsupported by evidence. The finding of dangerousness and the extended sentence were justified based on the facts and medical evidence.

Parties
Prosecutor: Regina; Applicant: Carl Fretwell
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
15 April 2016
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Renewed Application for Extension of Time to Appeal Conviction and Sentence
Outcome
applications refused
Legal Topics
Robbery, Dangerous Offenders, Extension of Time, Appeal Against Conviction, Appeal Against Sentence, Mental Health in Sentencing
Criminal Law Robbery Dangerous Offenders Extension of Time Appeal Against Conviction Appeal Against Sentence Mental Health in Sentencing

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Parties

Regina

Prosecutor

Carl Fretwell

Applicant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Renewed Application for Extension of Time to Appeal Conviction and Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the applicant should be granted an extension of time to appeal against conviction and sentence
  2. 2 Whether the conviction is unsafe due to alleged unfair trial and advice by counsel
  3. 3 Whether the sentence was manifestly excessive or wrong in principle, particularly the finding of dangerousness and imposition of an extended sentence

Ratio Decidendi

The applications for extension of time to appeal conviction and sentence are refused as wholly without merit. The applicant's claims regarding unfair trial and self-defence are implausible and unsupported by evidence. The finding of dangerousness and the extended sentence were justified based on the facts and medical evidence.

Court Disposition

applications refused

Orders

  • Renewed applications for extension of time to appeal conviction and sentence refused
  • Bail refused