R v TG

R v TG

The sentence imposed was not manifestly excessive as the judge was entitled to take into account multiple aggravating and culpability factors, the distinct and serious nature of the offending, and the need to reflect the overall criminality. The custodial element and extended licence period were proportionate and justified.

Parties
Appellant: TG; Respondent: Rex
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
11 September 2024
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
appeal dismissed
Legal Topics
Sexual Offences, Rape of a Child, Sentencing, Distribution of Indecent Images, Dangerous Offender Provisions
Criminal Law Sexual Offences Rape of a Child Sentencing Distribution of Indecent Images Dangerous Offender Provisions

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Parties

TG

Appellant

Rex

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentence imposed for rape of a child under 13 and related offences was manifestly excessive
  2. 2 Whether the sentencing judge erred in categorising the offence as Category 1A under the Sentencing Council guidelines

Ratio Decidendi

The sentence imposed was not manifestly excessive as the judge was entitled to take into account multiple aggravating and culpability factors, the distinct and serious nature of the offending, and the need to reflect the overall criminality. The custodial element and extended licence period were proportionate and justified.

Court Disposition

appeal dismissed

Orders

  • Sentence of 23 years and nine months (15 years and nine months custodial, 8 years extended licence) for count 1 upheld
  • No separate penalty for counts 2 and 3; concurrent or no separate penalty for other counts