R v Simon Coombes (aka Simon Tharme)

R v Simon Coombes (aka Simon Tharme)

There is no merit in any grounds for appeal against conviction or sentence, no justification for extension of time or admission of fresh evidence, and the sentence imposed was appropriate given the facts and aggravating factors.

Parties
Prosecution: Rex; Applicant: Simon Coombes (aka Simon Tharme); Co Defendant: Luke Sullivan
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
11 October 2024
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Renewed Application for Extension of Time and Leave to Appeal Conviction and Sentence
Outcome
Renewed applications for extension of time, leave to appeal, and admission of fresh evidence refused; loss of time order imposed
Legal Topics
Sexual Offences, Rape, Appeals, Sentencing, Loss of Time Order
Criminal Law Sexual Offences Rape Appeals Sentencing Loss of Time Order

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Parties

Rex

Prosecution

Simon Coombes (aka Simon Tharme)

Applicant

Luke Sullivan

Co Defendant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Renewed Application for Extension of Time and Leave to Appeal Conviction and Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether there are grounds to extend time for appeal against conviction and sentence
  2. 2 Whether fresh evidence should be admitted
  3. 3 Whether conviction is safe

Ratio Decidendi

There is no merit in any grounds for appeal against conviction or sentence, no justification for extension of time or admission of fresh evidence, and the sentence imposed was appropriate given the facts and aggravating factors.

Court Disposition

Renewed applications for extension of time, leave to appeal, and admission of fresh evidence refused; loss of time order imposed

Orders

  • 56 days shall not count towards applicant's sentence