Hampson, R. v

Hampson, R. v

Given the presence of multiple aggravating factors and the seriousness of the offence, the sentence of 5 years' detention was not manifestly excessive, even considering the appellant's age and mitigation.

Parties
Respondent: The Queen; Appellant: Lee Daniel Hampson
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
17 February 2006
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Legal Topics
Causing Death by Dangerous Driving, Sentencing of Young Offenders, Aggravating and Mitigating Factors in Sentencing
Criminal Law Causing Death by Dangerous Driving Sentencing of Young Offenders Aggravating and Mitigating Factors in Sentencing

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Parties

The Queen

Respondent

Lee Daniel Hampson

Appellant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentence of 5 years' detention for causing death by dangerous driving was manifestly excessive given the appellant's age and mitigation

Ratio Decidendi

Given the presence of multiple aggravating factors and the seriousness of the offence, the sentence of 5 years' detention was not manifestly excessive, even considering the appellant's age and mitigation.

Court Disposition

Appeal dismissed

Orders

  • Sentence of 5 years' detention and 6 years' disqualification from driving upheld