R v Hanaa Bennis

R v Hanaa Bennis

The judge faithfully applied the relevant legislative framework and guidelines, reasonably assessed the level of retained responsibility as medium, properly weighed aggravating and mitigating factors, and imposed a custodial term and extended licence period within the appropriate range. There was no arguable merit in the grounds for appeal.

Parties
Prosecution: Rex; Applicant: Hanaa Bennis
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
05 January 2025
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Renewed Application for Leave to Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
renewed application for leave to appeal against sentence refused
Legal Topics
Manslaughter by Reason of Diminished Responsibility, Sentencing, Extended Determinate Sentence, Mental Health and Criminal Responsibility
Criminal Law Manslaughter by Reason of Diminished Responsibility Sentencing Extended Determinate Sentence Mental Health and Criminal Responsibility

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Parties

Rex

Prosecution

Hanaa Bennis

Applicant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Renewed Application for Leave to Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentence imposed was excessive given the applicant's personal mitigation and background
  2. 2 Whether the judge erred in assessing the level of retained responsibility
  3. 3 Whether the extended licence period was too long

Ratio Decidendi

The judge faithfully applied the relevant legislative framework and guidelines, reasonably assessed the level of retained responsibility as medium, properly weighed aggravating and mitigating factors, and imposed a custodial term and extended licence period within the appropriate range. There was no arguable merit in the grounds for appeal.

Court Disposition

renewed application for leave to appeal against sentence refused

Orders

  • Leave to appeal against sentence is refused