Mason, R. v

Mason, R. v

The sentencing judge considered all relevant aggravating and mitigating factors, and the six-year starting point reduced for early plea was not manifestly excessive. The finding of dangerousness was supported by the appellant's conduct, criminal history, and risk assessments, justifying the extended sentence under section 226A.

Parties
Respondent: Regina; Appellant: Christopher James Mason
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
12 July 2016
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment
Outcome
appeal dismissed
Legal Topics
Sentencing, Dangerousness, Firearms Offences, Extended Sentence
Criminal Law Sentencing Dangerousness Firearms Offences Extended Sentence

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Parties

Regina

Respondent

Christopher James Mason

Appellant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Judgment

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Was the starting point for sentencing manifestly excessive?
  2. 2 Was the finding of dangerousness under section 226A Criminal Justice Act 2003 justified?

Ratio Decidendi

The sentencing judge considered all relevant aggravating and mitigating factors, and the six-year starting point reduced for early plea was not manifestly excessive. The finding of dangerousness was supported by the appellant's conduct, criminal history, and risk assessments, justifying the extended sentence under section 226A.

Court Disposition

appeal dismissed

Orders

  • The appeal against sentence is dismissed.