R v Nicholas Ian Roddis

R v Nicholas Ian Roddis

The sentence of three years for failure to notify under the Counter Terrorism Act 2008 was not manifestly excessive given the applicant's antecedents, the seriousness of terrorism offences, and the need for deterrence. The sentencing judge properly considered the principle of totality and made appropriate adjustments. The application for leave to appeal is dismissed.

Parties
Applicant: Nicholas Ian Roddis; Respondent: Rex
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
11 October 2024
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Application for Leave to Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
application dismissed
Legal Topics
Sentencing, Counter Terrorism, Notification Requirements, Totality Principle
Criminal Law Sentencing Counter Terrorism Notification Requirements Totality Principle

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Parties

Nicholas Ian Roddis

Applicant

Rex

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Application for Leave to Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentence of three years for failure to notify under the Counter Terrorism Act 2008 was manifestly excessive
  2. 2 Whether the sentencing judge failed to apply the principle of totality

Ratio Decidendi

The sentence of three years for failure to notify under the Counter Terrorism Act 2008 was not manifestly excessive given the applicant's antecedents, the seriousness of terrorism offences, and the need for deterrence. The sentencing judge properly considered the principle of totality and made appropriate adjustments. The application for leave to appeal is dismissed.

Court Disposition

application dismissed

Orders

  • Application for leave to appeal against sentence is dismissed.