PM, R. v
A sentence of 12 years' imprisonment, after giving appropriate credit for the guilty plea, was not excessive given the aggravating features and was within the judge's discretion.
- Parties
- Respondent: Regina; Appellant: P. M.
- Jurisdiction
- England and Wales
- Judgment Date
- 12 October 2009
- Procedural Posture
- Criminal Appeal / Appeal Against Sentence
- Outcome
- Appeal dismissed
- Legal Topics
- Sentencing, Sexual Offences, Appeal Procedure
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Parties
Regina
Respondent
P. M.
Appellant
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Appeal Against Sentence
Legal Issues
- 1 Whether the sentence imposed was manifestly excessive
- 2 Whether adequate credit was given for the guilty plea
Ratio Decidendi
A sentence of 12 years' imprisonment, after giving appropriate credit for the guilty plea, was not excessive given the aggravating features and was within the judge's discretion.
Court Disposition
Appeal dismissed
Orders
- Sentence of 12 years' imprisonment upheld
- 277 days spent in custody on remand to count towards sentence
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