Thomas, R v

Thomas, R v

The sentence imposed was excessive given the appellant's personal difficulties, remorse, and early plea; an appropriate sentence is 18 months.

Parties
Respondent: Regina; Appellant: Kerry Ann Thomas
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
13 February 2008
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment
Outcome
appeal allowed in part
Legal Topics
Perverting the Course of Justice, False Rape Allegation, Sentencing
Criminal Law Perverting the Course of Justice False Rape Allegation Sentencing

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Parties

Regina

Respondent

Kerry Ann Thomas

Appellant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Judgment

Legal Issues

  1. 1 whether the sentence imposed for perverting the course of justice was excessive
  2. 2 whether sufficient regard was given to remorse and early plea

Ratio Decidendi

The sentence imposed was excessive given the appellant's personal difficulties, remorse, and early plea; an appropriate sentence is 18 months.

Court Disposition

appeal allowed in part

Orders

  • original sentence of 32 months substituted with 18 months imprisonment