Ali, R. v
The sentence was not manifestly excessive; the offence was correctly categorised as category 1A due to psychological harm and fear of violence; aggravating features and mitigation were properly considered; suspension was not appropriate; due credit was given for the guilty plea.
- Parties
- Prosecutor: Regina; Applicant: Ishak Ali
- Jurisdiction
- England and Wales
- Judgment Date
- 24 April 2020
- Procedural Posture
- Criminal Appeal / Renewed Application for Leave to Appeal Against Sentence
- Outcome
- application dismissed
- Legal Topics
- Controlling or Coercive Behaviour, Assault by Beating, Criminal Damage, Taking Conveyance Without Authority, Driving Without Licence, Driving Without Insurance, Sentencing Guidelines, Appeal Against Sentence
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Parties
Regina
Prosecutor
Ishak Ali
Applicant
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Renewed Application for Leave to Appeal Against Sentence
Legal Issues
- 1 Whether the sentence imposed was manifestly excessive
- 2 Whether the offence was correctly categorised as category 1A under the Sentencing Council Guideline for Intimidatory Offences
- 3 Whether adequate credit was given for the guilty plea on count 5
Ratio Decidendi
The sentence was not manifestly excessive; the offence was correctly categorised as category 1A due to psychological harm and fear of violence; aggravating features and mitigation were properly considered; suspension was not appropriate; due credit was given for the guilty plea.
Court Disposition
application dismissed
Orders
- application for leave to appeal against sentence is dismissed
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