Watkins & Anor v R. (Rev 2)

Watkins & Anor v R. (Rev 2)

The sentences imposed reflected the shocking depravity and multiplicity of aggravating factors, and the principle of totality was properly applied. The sentences were not manifestly excessive, and the judge's assessment of dangerousness and seriousness was correct. Ambiguity in the extended licence period was resolved in favour of Watkins, and the Crown Court record was ordered to be amended accordingly.

Parties
1st Appellant: Ian Watkins; 2nd Appellant: P; Respondent: Regina
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
31 July 2014
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Application for Leave to Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
Applications for leave to appeal against sentence refused.
Legal Topics
Sexual Offences, Sentencing, Child Protection, Conspiracy, Dangerous Offender, Totality Principle
Criminal Law Sexual Offences Sentencing Child Protection Conspiracy Dangerous Offender Totality Principle

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Parties

Ian Watkins

1st Appellant

P

2nd Appellant

Regina

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Application for Leave to Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentences imposed were manifestly excessive
  2. 2 Whether the principle of totality was properly applied
  3. 3 Whether appropriate credit was given for guilty pleas

Ratio Decidendi

The sentences imposed reflected the shocking depravity and multiplicity of aggravating factors, and the principle of totality was properly applied. The sentences were not manifestly excessive, and the judge's assessment of dangerousness and seriousness was correct. Ambiguity in the extended licence period was resolved in favour of Watkins, and the Crown Court record was ordered to be amended accordingly.

Court Disposition

Applications for leave to appeal against sentence refused.

Orders

  • Crown Court record to be amended to reflect the correct extended licence period for Watkins.