R v Terry James

R v Terry James

Given the number of victims, the seriousness and planning of the offences, and the aggravating factors, the custodial term of 17 years was not excessive and the judge was correct to impose sentences outside the guideline range; the ancillary orders were clarified and corrected as necessary.

Parties
Appellant: Terry James; Respondent: Rex
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
07 October 2025
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
appeal dismissed
Legal Topics
Sexual Offences, Sentencing, Extended Determinate Sentence, Sexual Harm Prevention Order, Forfeiture Order, Statutory Surcharge
Criminal Law Sexual Offences Sentencing Extended Determinate Sentence Sexual Harm Prevention Order Forfeiture Order Statutory Surcharge

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Parties

Terry James

Appellant

Rex

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the custodial term imposed for assault by penetration was excessive
  2. 2 Whether the ancillary orders were properly made and recorded

Ratio Decidendi

Given the number of victims, the seriousness and planning of the offences, and the aggravating factors, the custodial term of 17 years was not excessive and the judge was correct to impose sentences outside the guideline range; the ancillary orders were clarified and corrected as necessary.

Court Disposition

appeal dismissed

Orders

  • Extended Sentence of 20 years (17 years custodial, 3 years extended licence) for counts 2, 3, 5, 6, 9, 10, 13, 14
  • Extended Sentence of 19 years 1 month (16 years 1 month custodial, 3 years extended licence) for counts 19, 20, 21, 24, 25