Perry, R. v

Perry, R. v

The sentence imposed was not excessive, as the sentencing judge carefully considered all aggravating and mitigating factors, including the appellant's intellectual and emotional immaturity, and the harm caused to young victims. The appellant knew his conduct was wrong and committed further offences while on bail.

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Parties
Applicant: Dean Michael Anthony Perry; Respondent: Regina
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
04 March 2010
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal
Outcome
appeal dismissed
Legal Topics
Sexual Offences, Sentencing, Appeal, Mental Capacity
Criminal Law Sexual Offences Sentencing Appeal Mental Capacity

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Parties

Dean Michael Anthony Perry

Applicant

Regina

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentence imposed was excessive given the appellant's intellectual and emotional immaturity
  2. 2 Whether the sentencing judge properly considered aggravating and mitigating factors

Ratio Decidendi

The sentence imposed was not excessive, as the sentencing judge carefully considered all aggravating and mitigating factors, including the appellant's intellectual and emotional immaturity, and the harm caused to young victims. The appellant knew his conduct was wrong and committed further offences while on bail.

Court Disposition

appeal dismissed

Orders

  • Leave to appeal granted
  • Appeal dismissed; sentence upheld