R v Manjit Singh

R v Manjit Singh

The finding of dangerousness and imposition of an extended sentence was quashed because the trial judge did not give sufficient weight to the unusual and extreme circumstances of the offence and the appellant's previously exemplary character; the custodial sentence of 14 years was upheld as not manifestly excessive.

Parties
Respondent: Rex; Appellant: Manjit Singh
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
31 March 2026
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment
Outcome
appeal allowed in part
Legal Topics
Manslaughter, Sentencing, Dangerousness, Extended Sentence, Self Defence
Criminal Law Manslaughter Sentencing Dangerousness Extended Sentence Self Defence

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Parties

Rex

Respondent

Manjit Singh

Appellant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Judgment

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the custodial sentence of 14 years was manifestly excessive
  2. 2 Whether the finding of dangerousness and imposition of an extended sentence was justified

Ratio Decidendi

The finding of dangerousness and imposition of an extended sentence was quashed because the trial judge did not give sufficient weight to the unusual and extreme circumstances of the offence and the appellant's previously exemplary character; the custodial sentence of 14 years was upheld as not manifestly excessive.

Court Disposition

appeal allowed in part

Orders

  • Leave to appeal against the custodial sentence refused.
  • Finding of dangerousness and extended sentence quashed.