X & Y, R v

X & Y, R v

Given the persistent, grave, and repeated sexual abuse of multiple vulnerable victims over 17 years, and the aggravating factors including breach of trust and previous convictions, the sentences imposed on X and Y were justified and not manifestly excessive; the sentencing judge correctly applied the relevant guidelines and principles.

Parties
Respondent: Regina; Appellant: X; Appellant: Y
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
11 September 2018
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Appeal Against Sentence
Outcome
Appeals dismissed
Legal Topics
Sentencing, Sexual Offences, Appeals, Indecent Assault, Rape, Extended Sentences, Totality Principle
Criminal Law Sentencing Sexual Offences Appeals Indecent Assault Rape Extended Sentences Totality Principle

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Parties

Regina

Respondent

X

Appellant

Y

Appellant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Appeal Against Sentence

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the sentences imposed on X and Y were manifestly excessive
  2. 2 Whether the sentencing judge erred in applying the sentencing guidelines and the principle of totality

Ratio Decidendi

Given the persistent, grave, and repeated sexual abuse of multiple vulnerable victims over 17 years, and the aggravating factors including breach of trust and previous convictions, the sentences imposed on X and Y were justified and not manifestly excessive; the sentencing judge correctly applied the relevant guidelines and principles.

Court Disposition

Appeals dismissed

Orders

  • Appeal of X dismissed
  • Appeal of Y dismissed