Sawdon, R v
On the unusual facts, it was proper and realistic for the judge to conclude that a 2-year sentence, which could be suspended, was justified. Although lenient, it was not unduly so, and deferral was open to the judge in the interests of justice.
- Parties
- Applicant: Regina; Respondent: Andrew Christopher Sawdon
- Jurisdiction
- England and Wales
- Judgment Date
- 20 March 2018
- Procedural Posture
- Criminal Appeal / Solicitor General's Reference for Unduly Lenient Sentence
- Outcome
- Appeal dismissed; sentence not interfered with
- Legal Topics
- Robbery, Sentencing, Deferred Sentences, Appeal Against Sentence
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Parties
Regina
Applicant
Andrew Christopher Sawdon
Respondent
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Solicitor General's Reference for Unduly Lenient Sentence
Legal Issues
- 1 Whether the deferred sentence for robbery was unduly lenient and should be increased
Ratio Decidendi
On the unusual facts, it was proper and realistic for the judge to conclude that a 2-year sentence, which could be suspended, was justified. Although lenient, it was not unduly so, and deferral was open to the judge in the interests of justice.
Court Disposition
Appeal dismissed; sentence not interfered with
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