R v Mark Gary Coates

R v Mark Gary Coates

The sentence imposed was not manifestly excessive given the seriousness, multiplicity of aggravating factors, and proper deduction for the civil contempt sentence; the appeal is dismissed.

Parties
Prosecution: Rex; Appellant: Mark Gary Coates; Complainant: Mr Greenwood; Complainant: Ms Turner
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
19 December 2025
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
appeal dismissed
Legal Topics
Criminal Damage, Contempt of Court, Sentencing Guidelines, Double Jeopardy, Civil Justice System
Criminal Law Civil Law Criminal Damage Contempt of Court Sentencing Guidelines Double Jeopardy Civil Justice System

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Parties

Rex

Prosecution

Mark Gary Coates

Appellant

Mr Greenwood

Complainant

Ms Turner

Complainant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentence imposed for criminal damage was manifestly excessive
  2. 2 Whether proper account was taken of the civil contempt sentence to avoid double punishment

Ratio Decidendi

The sentence imposed was not manifestly excessive given the seriousness, multiplicity of aggravating factors, and proper deduction for the civil contempt sentence; the appeal is dismissed.

Court Disposition

appeal dismissed

Orders

  • Sentence of 4 years and 16 weeks' imprisonment upheld