R v Keith Bunce

R v Keith Bunce

The sentence of 28 years' imprisonment was not manifestly excessive given the extreme nature, sustained pattern, and aggravating circumstances of the offending; the judge's approach to totality and proportionality was reasonable and within the guidelines.

Parties
Prosecution: Rex; Appellant: Keith Bunce
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
10 August 2025
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment
Outcome
appeal dismissed
Legal Topics
Sexual Offences, Sentencing, Appeal, Totality, Mitigation, Aggravating Factors
Criminal Law Sexual Offences Sentencing Appeal Totality Mitigation Aggravating Factors

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Parties

Rex

Prosecution

Keith Bunce

Appellant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Judgment

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentence imposed was manifestly excessive
  2. 2 Proper application of sentencing guidelines for multiple sexual offences
  3. 3 Assessment of harm and culpability

Ratio Decidendi

The sentence of 28 years' imprisonment was not manifestly excessive given the extreme nature, sustained pattern, and aggravating circumstances of the offending; the judge's approach to totality and proportionality was reasonable and within the guidelines.

Court Disposition

appeal dismissed

Orders

  • The sentence of 28 years' imprisonment is upheld.