Sienkiewicz, R v

Sienkiewicz, R v

The sentences, though lengthy for young offenders, were justified by the seriousness, planning, and repeated nature of the offences, as well as the severe harm to vulnerable victims. The sentencing judge's approach and conclusions were correct and not manifestly excessive.

Parties
Prosecution: Regina; Appellant: Daniel Sienkiewicz; Appellant: Lukasz Sienkiewicz
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
09 November 2016
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
Appeals dismissed
Legal Topics
Sentencing, Rape, Appeals, Youth Offenders
Criminal Law Sentencing Rape Appeals Youth Offenders

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Parties

Regina

Prosecution

Daniel Sienkiewicz

Appellant

Lukasz Sienkiewicz

Appellant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentences imposed on the appellants were manifestly excessive
  2. 2 Whether the sentencing judge erred in applying the Sentencing Guidelines and in setting the starting points above the category 1A range

Ratio Decidendi

The sentences, though lengthy for young offenders, were justified by the seriousness, planning, and repeated nature of the offences, as well as the severe harm to vulnerable victims. The sentencing judge's approach and conclusions were correct and not manifestly excessive.

Court Disposition

Appeals dismissed

Orders

  • Appeals against sentence dismissed
  • Sexual harm prevention orders and reporting obligations remain in force