MF, R. v [2024] EWCA Crim 111 (25 January 2024)

There are no arguable grounds to show the conviction is unsafe; the applicant's criticisms of trial counsel and the judge's summing-up do not undermine the safety of the conviction. The delay in applying for leave to appeal is unjustified and no new evidence materially affects the case.

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Citation: [2024] EWCA Crim 111
Parties: Applicant: MF; Respondent: Rex
Jurisdiction: England and Wales
Judgment Date: 25 January 2024
Procedural Posture: Criminal Appeal / Renewed Application for Leave to Appeal Conviction
Outcome: renewed application for leave to appeal refused
Legal Topics: Sexual Offences, Appeals, Conviction Safety, Trial Procedure

Criminal Law Sexual Offences Appeals Conviction Safety Trial Procedure

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Parties

Applicant

Rex

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Renewed Application for Leave to Appeal Conviction

Legal Issues

1 Whether there are arguable grounds to show the conviction is unsafe
2 Whether the delay in applying for leave to appeal is justified
3 Whether trial counsel's decisions prejudiced the applicant

Ratio Decidendi

Court Disposition

renewed application for leave to appeal refused

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