AG v Green [2002] JRC 120 (14 June 2002)

AG v Green [2002] JRC 120 (14 June 2002)

Given the seriousness and deliberate nature of the benefits fraud, a custodial sentence is warranted, but mitigating factors justify following the Crown's sentencing recommendation.

Citation
[2002] JRC 120
Parties
Accused: Green; Prosecution: Crown
Jurisdiction
Jersey
Judgment Date
14 June 2002
Procedural Posture
Criminal / Sentencing
Outcome
custodial sentence imposed as recommended by the Crown
Legal Topics
Benefits Fraud, Sentencing, Mitigating Factors
Criminal Law Benefits Fraud Sentencing Mitigating Factors

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Parties

Green

Accused

Crown

Prosecution

Procedural Posture

Criminal / Sentencing

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Appropriate sentence for aiding, assisting or participating in benefits fraud
  2. 2 Consideration of mitigating factors in sentencing

Ratio Decidendi

Given the seriousness and deliberate nature of the benefits fraud, a custodial sentence is warranted, but mitigating factors justify following the Crown's sentencing recommendation.

Court Disposition

custodial sentence imposed as recommended by the Crown

Orders

  • Green to serve the balance of his sentence in custody