Gee, R. v [2026] EWCA Crim 447 (06 February 2026)

Gee, R. v [2026] EWCA Crim 447 (06 February 2026)

The applicant's sentence was not manifestly excessive or wrong in principle, as the Recorder correctly assessed the applicant's leading role, harm, and aggravating/mitigating factors, including mental health and assistance to police. The principle of totality was properly applied, and no arguable grounds for appeal...

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Citation
[2026] EWCA Crim 447
Parties
Prosecution: Rex; Applicant: Gee
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
06 February 2026
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Renewed Application for Leave to Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
application for leave to appeal against sentence refused
Legal Topics
Sentencing, Drug Offences, Conspiracy, Appeal Procedure, Totality Principle, Mitigation, Culpability, Assistance to Police
Criminal Law Sentencing Drug Offences Conspiracy Appeal Procedure Totality Principle Mitigation Culpability +1 more

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Parties

Rex

Prosecution

Gee

Applicant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Renewed Application for Leave to Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentence imposed was manifestly excessive or wrong in principle
  2. 2 Whether the Recorder erred in assessing the applicant's culpability and harm
  3. 3 Whether sufficient regard was paid to the applicant's mental health

Ratio Decidendi

The applicant's sentence was not manifestly excessive or wrong in principle, as the Recorder correctly assessed the applicant's leading role, harm, and aggravating/mitigating factors, including mental health and assistance to police. The principle of totality was properly applied, and no arguable grounds for appeal were established.

Court Disposition

application for leave to appeal against sentence refused