Att. Gen. v D.A. Richardson Ltd. [2000] JLR_Note 48a (07 April 2000)
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Holding and result
The court held that the financial position of the defendant must be taken into account when imposing a fine for breach of statutory duty.
Court disposition
fine imposed
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Material facts
Parties
Attorney General
ApplicantD. A. Richardson Ltd.
Respondent03
Procedural history
Posture
Criminal / Sentencing
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Questions and positions
Legal issues
Appropriate fine for breach of statutory duty in light of defendant's financial position
Party arguments
- Applicant
- The applicant sought the imposition of a fine for breach of statutory duty related to safety regulations.
- Respondent
- The respondent argued that its financial position should be considered in determining the amount of the fine.
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Jersey criminal sentencing principles
A defendant's financial position is a relevant factor in determining the amount of a fine for breach of statutory duty.
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Ratio, limits and disposition
Ratio decidendi
The court held that the financial position of the defendant must be taken into account when imposing a fine for breach of statutory duty.
Court disposition
fine imposed
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