PM, R. v [2009] EWCA Crim 2202 (12 October 2009)

PM, R. v [2009] EWCA Crim 2202 (12 October 2009)

The sentence of 12 years' imprisonment, after giving appropriate credit for the guilty plea, was not excessive given the seriousness and aggravating features of the offences. The judge acted within his discretion and the appeal is dismissed.

Citation
[2009] EWCA Crim 2202
Parties
Respondent: Regina; Appellant: P. M.
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
12 October 2009
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Application for Leave to Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
appeal dismissed
Legal Topics
Rape, Sexual Offences, Sentencing, Credit for Guilty Plea, Aggravating Factors
Criminal Law Rape Sexual Offences Sentencing Credit for Guilty Plea Aggravating Factors

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Parties

Regina

Respondent

P. M.

Appellant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Application for Leave to Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentence imposed was manifestly excessive
  2. 2 Whether adequate credit was given for the guilty plea

Ratio Decidendi

The sentence of 12 years' imprisonment, after giving appropriate credit for the guilty plea, was not excessive given the seriousness and aggravating features of the offences. The judge acted within his discretion and the appeal is dismissed.

Court Disposition

appeal dismissed

Orders

  • Leave to appeal against sentence refused
  • Sentence of 12 years' imprisonment affirmed