R v David Ubido

R v David Ubido

The seriousness of the offence, the quantity of drugs, and the appellant's role warranted immediate custody. The appellant's mental health disorders did not reduce culpability or justify suspension. The sentence of 18 months' imprisonment was just and proportionate.

Parties
Prosecutor: Rex; Appellant: David Ubido
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
29 January 2026
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
appeal dismissed
Legal Topics
Drug Importation, Sentencing, Mental Health in Sentencing, Suspended Sentences
Criminal Law Drug Importation Sentencing Mental Health in Sentencing Suspended Sentences

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Parties

Rex

Prosecutor

David Ubido

Appellant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentence imposed was manifestly excessive
  2. 2 Whether the sentence should have been suspended given the appellant's mental health issues
  3. 3 Whether the Recorder failed to obtain and consider a pre-sentence report

Ratio Decidendi

The seriousness of the offence, the quantity of drugs, and the appellant's role warranted immediate custody. The appellant's mental health disorders did not reduce culpability or justify suspension. The sentence of 18 months' imprisonment was just and proportionate.

Court Disposition

appeal dismissed

Orders

  • Sentence of 18 months' imprisonment upheld