BLP, R. v (Rev1) [2024] EWCA Crim 1674 (19 December 2024)

BLP, R. v (Rev1) [2024] EWCA Crim 1674 (19 December 2024)

The sentence was not manifestly excessive; the judge correctly applied the sentencing guidelines, properly assessed harm and culpability, and there was no double counting of aggravating factors. The application for leave to appeal against sentence is refused.

Citation
[2024] EWCA Crim 1674
Parties
Prosecution: Rex; Applicant/defendant: BLP
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
19 December 2024
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Renewed Application for Leave to Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
renewed application for leave to appeal against sentence refused
Legal Topics
Sexual Assault, Sentencing, Abuse of Trust, Vulnerability of Victim, Appeals
Criminal Law Sexual Assault Sentencing Abuse of Trust Vulnerability of Victim Appeals

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Parties

Rex

Prosecution

BLP

Applicant/defendant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Renewed Application for Leave to Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentence imposed was manifestly excessive
  2. 2 Whether the sentencing judge erred in categorisation under sentencing guidelines
  3. 3 Whether there was evidence of severe psychological harm

Ratio Decidendi

The sentence was not manifestly excessive; the judge correctly applied the sentencing guidelines, properly assessed harm and culpability, and there was no double counting of aggravating factors. The application for leave to appeal against sentence is refused.

Court Disposition

renewed application for leave to appeal against sentence refused

Orders

  • Leave to appeal against sentence refused