R v Dominic Gillett

R v Dominic Gillett

The sentencing judge did not err in categorising the applicant's role as significant but not instigating; the sentence imposed was within the appropriate guideline range, took into account aggravating and mitigating factors, and was not manifestly excessive.

Parties
Prosecutor: Rex; Applicant: Dominic Gillett
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
11 October 2024
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Renewed Application for Leave to Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
renewed application for leave to appeal against sentence refused
Legal Topics
Riot, Sentencing, Appeals, Public Order Offences
Criminal Law Riot Sentencing Appeals Public Order Offences

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Parties

Rex

Prosecutor

Dominic Gillett

Applicant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Renewed Application for Leave to Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentence imposed for riot was manifestly excessive
  2. 2 Whether the sentencing judge erred in categorising the applicant's role and culpability
  3. 3 Whether sufficient regard was had to personal mitigation and parity with other sentences

Ratio Decidendi

The sentencing judge did not err in categorising the applicant's role as significant but not instigating; the sentence imposed was within the appropriate guideline range, took into account aggravating and mitigating factors, and was not manifestly excessive.

Court Disposition

renewed application for leave to appeal against sentence refused