R v Stephen Kelvin Rule

R v Stephen Kelvin Rule

The sentence was not manifestly excessive or wrong in principle. The judge correctly applied the sentencing guidelines, considered all aggravating and mitigating factors, and the sentence imposed was within the appropriate range. No error in principle or excessiveness was found.

Parties
Appellant: Stephen Kelvin Rule; Respondent: Rex
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
07 May 2024
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
appeal dismissed
Legal Topics
Theft, Sentencing, Mitigation, Appeal Against Sentence
Criminal Law Theft Sentencing Mitigation Appeal Against Sentence

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Parties

Stephen Kelvin Rule

Appellant

Rex

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentence imposed was manifestly excessive
  2. 2 Whether the sentence was wrong in principle due to mitigation and repayment

Ratio Decidendi

The sentence was not manifestly excessive or wrong in principle. The judge correctly applied the sentencing guidelines, considered all aggravating and mitigating factors, and the sentence imposed was within the appropriate range. No error in principle or excessiveness was found.

Court Disposition

appeal dismissed

Orders

  • The appeal against sentence is dismissed.