R v CDA

R v CDA

The custodial term imposed was manifestly excessive due to errors in applying starting points, totality, and personal mitigation; the appeal was allowed and a lower sentence substituted.

Parties
Respondent: REX; Appellant: CDA
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
11 October 2025
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment
Outcome
appeal allowed
Legal Topics
Sentencing, Anonymity Orders, Appeal Procedure, Reporting Restrictions
Criminal Law Sentencing Anonymity Orders Appeal Procedure Reporting Restrictions

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Parties

REX

Respondent

CDA

Appellant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Judgment

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the custodial term imposed was manifestly excessive
  2. 2 Appropriate starting points for sentencing
  3. 3 Application of personal mitigation

Ratio Decidendi

The custodial term imposed was manifestly excessive due to errors in applying starting points, totality, and personal mitigation; the appeal was allowed and a lower sentence substituted.

Court Disposition

appeal allowed

Orders

  • sentence on one count quashed
  • lower sentence substituted