Corlett, R v
The original sentence did not adequately reflect the seriousness of the firearms offence and associated violence; a sentence of 4 years for Count 2 (imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence) was substituted, resulting in a total sentence of 5 years and 8 months.
- Parties
- Prosecution: Regina; Appellant: Thomas Anthony Corlett; Victim: Charlotte McGinty
- Jurisdiction
- England and Wales
- Judgment Date
- 14 November 2017
- Procedural Posture
- Criminal Appeal / Sentence Review
- Outcome
- sentence varied
- Legal Topics
- Sentencing, Domestic Violence, Firearms Offences, Dangerous Driving, Perverting the Course of Justice, Harassment, Criminal Damage, Handling Stolen Goods
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Parties
Regina
Prosecution
Thomas Anthony Corlett
Appellant
Charlotte McGinty
Victim
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Sentence Review
Legal Issues
- 1 Whether the original sentence was unduly lenient
- 2 Proper sentencing for possession and use of imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence
- 3 Appropriate sentences for perverting the course of justice and dangerous driving
Ratio Decidendi
The original sentence did not adequately reflect the seriousness of the firearms offence and associated violence; a sentence of 4 years for Count 2 (imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence) was substituted, resulting in a total sentence of 5 years and 8 months.
Court Disposition
sentence varied
Orders
- Sentence for Count 2 (imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence) increased to 4 years' imprisonment
- Overall sentence increased to 5 years and 8 months' imprisonment
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