R v Jonathan Short

R v Jonathan Short

The judge was entitled to find the appellant dangerous based on the planned and premeditated nature of the offence, the use of weapons, and the risk to the public, supported by pre-sentence reports and the appellant's lack of maturity. The extended sentence was within the guideline range and not manifestly excessive.

Parties
Prosecution: Rex; Appellant: Jonathan Short
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
20 February 2026
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
appeal dismissed
Legal Topics
Grievous Bodily Harm With Intent, Extended Sentence, Dangerousness, Sentencing Guidelines, Personal Mitigation
Criminal Law Grievous Bodily Harm With Intent Extended Sentence Dangerousness Sentencing Guidelines Personal Mitigation

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Parties

Rex

Prosecution

Jonathan Short

Appellant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the imposition of an extended sentence was manifestly excessive
  2. 2 Whether the finding of dangerousness was justified
  3. 3 Whether the sentence properly reflected the appellant's character, youth, and changes in custody

Ratio Decidendi

The judge was entitled to find the appellant dangerous based on the planned and premeditated nature of the offence, the use of weapons, and the risk to the public, supported by pre-sentence reports and the appellant's lack of maturity. The extended sentence was within the guideline range and not manifestly excessive.

Court Disposition

appeal dismissed

Orders

  • The appeal against sentence is dismissed.