R v Frederick Rogers

R v Frederick Rogers

The sentence of 10 years' imprisonment was not manifestly excessive; the judge properly applied the current guideline, identified three category A factors, and considered all relevant mitigation; the seriousness of the offence warranted the sentence imposed.

Parties
Appellant: Frederick Rogers; Respondent: Rex
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
26 January 2026
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
appeal dismissed
Legal Topics
Causing Death by Dangerous Driving, Sentencing Guidelines, Mitigation, Appeal Against Sentence
Criminal Law Causing Death by Dangerous Driving Sentencing Guidelines Mitigation Appeal Against Sentence

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Parties

Frederick Rogers

Appellant

Rex

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentence of 10 years' imprisonment for causing death by dangerous driving was manifestly excessive
  2. 2 Whether the sentencing judge properly applied the current Definitive Sentencing Guideline
  3. 3 Whether mitigating factors warranted a downward adjustment of the sentence

Ratio Decidendi

The sentence of 10 years' imprisonment was not manifestly excessive; the judge properly applied the current guideline, identified three category A factors, and considered all relevant mitigation; the seriousness of the offence warranted the sentence imposed.

Court Disposition

appeal dismissed

Orders

  • The appeal against sentence is dismissed.