Gareth Lambert v R

Gareth Lambert v R

The notional single sentences imposed were too high and the overall custodial term of 18 years was manifestly excessive; a just and proportionate sentence is 14 years' imprisonment plus an extended licence period of four years.

Parties
Appellant: Gareth Lambert; Respondent: Rex
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
04 March 2025
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment
Outcome
appeal allowed
Legal Topics
Sexual Offences, Sentencing, Appeal, Totality Principle
Criminal Law Sexual Offences Sentencing Appeal Totality Principle

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Parties

Gareth Lambert

Appellant

Rex

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Judgment

Legal Issues

  1. 1 whether the sentences imposed for rape and sexual assault were manifestly excessive
  2. 2 whether the judge erred in applying the Sentencing Council's guidelines and totality principle

Ratio Decidendi

The notional single sentences imposed were too high and the overall custodial term of 18 years was manifestly excessive; a just and proportionate sentence is 14 years' imprisonment plus an extended licence period of four years.

Court Disposition

appeal allowed

Orders

  • sentences on counts 1 and 2 quashed
  • count 1: substituted sentence of six years and six months' imprisonment plus two years' extended licence