AG v Swanston [2004] JRC 067 (16 April 2004)

AG v Swanston [2004] JRC 067 (16 April 2004)

Given the accused's rehabilitation, personal consumption, and strong recommendations, probation for 12 months is a proper sentence.

Citation
[2004] JRC 067
Parties
Prosecution: The Crown; Defendant: Accused
Jurisdiction
Jersey
Judgment Date
16 April 2004
Procedural Posture
Criminal / Sentencing
Outcome
Probation order for 12 months granted.
Legal Topics
Sentencing, Drug Offences, Probation
Criminal Law Sentencing Drug Offences Probation

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Parties

The Crown

Prosecution

Accused

Defendant

Procedural Posture

Criminal / Sentencing

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Appropriate sentence for possession of heroin for personal consumption

Ratio Decidendi

Given the accused's rehabilitation, personal consumption, and strong recommendations, probation for 12 months is a proper sentence.

Court Disposition

Probation order for 12 months granted.

Orders

  • Probation Order for 12 months on usual conditions as modified by Mr Gafoor's recommendations.
  • Accused to attend Probation Officer to sign necessary papers.