R v Lewis Lloyd Young

R v Lewis Lloyd Young

The minimum term of 12 years (less time spent on remand) for the life sentence was not manifestly excessive given the extreme aggravating features, including premeditated kidnapping, use of a weapon, dangerous driving, violence, and psychological harm. The judge was entitled to go outside the guideline range, and there was no impermissible double counting.

Parties
Appellant: Lewis Lloyd Young; Respondent: Rex
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
11 September 2024
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
appeal dismissed
Legal Topics
Sentencing, Sexual Offences, Kidnapping, Dangerous Driving, Mental Health in Sentencing
Criminal Law Sentencing Sexual Offences Kidnapping Dangerous Driving Mental Health in Sentencing

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Parties

Lewis Lloyd Young

Appellant

Rex

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the 12-year minimum term for life sentence was manifestly excessive
  2. 2 Whether there was impermissible double counting in sentencing for rape and kidnapping

Ratio Decidendi

The minimum term of 12 years (less time spent on remand) for the life sentence was not manifestly excessive given the extreme aggravating features, including premeditated kidnapping, use of a weapon, dangerous driving, violence, and psychological harm. The judge was entitled to go outside the guideline range, and there was no impermissible double counting.

Court Disposition

appeal dismissed

Orders

  • Appeal against sentence dismissed
  • Minimum term of 12 years (less time spent on remand) upheld