Crimes, R. v
The overall sentence of 6 years 6 months' imprisonment was not manifestly excessive, given the seriousness and distinct nature of the offences, and the low sentences imposed for other counts ensured totality was observed.
- Parties
- Prosecution: Regina; Appellant: Michael John Crimes
- Jurisdiction
- England and Wales
- Judgment Date
- 19 June 2019
- Procedural Posture
- Criminal Appeal / Judgment
- Outcome
- appeal dismissed
- Legal Topics
- Sentencing, Participation in Organised Crime, Handling Stolen Goods, Possession With Intent to Supply, Impeding Police Investigation
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Parties
Regina
Prosecution
Michael John Crimes
Appellant
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment
Legal Issues
- 1 Whether the total sentence imposed was manifestly excessive
- 2 Appropriateness of consecutive sentences for counts 3 and 4
- 3 Adequacy of credit for guilty pleas
Ratio Decidendi
The overall sentence of 6 years 6 months' imprisonment was not manifestly excessive, given the seriousness and distinct nature of the offences, and the low sentences imposed for other counts ensured totality was observed.
Court Disposition
appeal dismissed
Orders
- Appeal against sentence dismissed
- Sentence of 6 years 6 months' imprisonment upheld
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