Harrison, R v

Harrison, R v

The sentence, though severe and at the top end of what is unobjectionable, was not manifestly excessive; custodial sentence was inevitable given the seriousness of the offences and the need to protect vulnerable young people.

Parties
Respondent: Regina; Appellant: Christopher Harrison
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
11 December 2008
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
appeal dismissed
Legal Topics
Sexual Offences, Sentencing, Appeal, Sexual Offences Prevention Order, Disqualification From Working With Children
Criminal Law Sexual Offences Sentencing Appeal Sexual Offences Prevention Order Disqualification From Working With Children

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Parties

Regina

Respondent

Christopher Harrison

Appellant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentence imposed was manifestly excessive
  2. 2 Whether sufficient credit was given for guilty pleas and mitigation
  3. 3 Whether proper orders were made under relevant statutes

Ratio Decidendi

The sentence, though severe and at the top end of what is unobjectionable, was not manifestly excessive; custodial sentence was inevitable given the seriousness of the offences and the need to protect vulnerable young people.

Court Disposition

appeal dismissed

Orders

  • Sexual offences prevention order affirmed for indefinite period
  • Disqualification order from working with children added