R v Mohammed Zulfqar

R v Mohammed Zulfqar

The sentencing judge erred in principle by failing to consider and explain alternatives to IPP, specifically an extended sentence, as required by statute and authority. The facts and risk profile did not justify the most draconian sentence, and the applicant's age and potential for change warranted consideration of...

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Parties
Applicant: Mohammed Zulfqar; Respondent: Rex
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
19 December 2025
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Leave to Appeal and Sentence
Outcome
appeal allowed
Legal Topics
Sentencing, Sexual Offences, Imprisonment for Public Protection, Extended Sentence, Dangerousness Assessment
Criminal Law Sentencing Sexual Offences Imprisonment for Public Protection Extended Sentence Dangerousness Assessment

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Parties

Mohammed Zulfqar

Applicant

Rex

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Leave to Appeal and Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentencing judge erred by failing to consider alternatives to imprisonment for public protection (IPP)
  2. 2 Whether the imposition of IPP was wrong in principle given the applicant's circumstances

Ratio Decidendi

The sentencing judge erred in principle by failing to consider and explain alternatives to IPP, specifically an extended sentence, as required by statute and authority. The facts and risk profile did not justify the most draconian sentence, and the applicant's age and potential for change warranted consideration of an ES.

Court Disposition

appeal allowed

Orders

  • Extension of time granted
  • Leave to appeal granted