Jersey Judgment

Bonnar v Att. Gen. [2001] JLR 626 (26 October 2001)

Criminal Law Drug Importation Sentencing Class a Drugs

Citation: [2001] JLR 626
Status: Judgment
Jurisdiction: Jersey
Posture: Criminal Appeal / Sentencing Guidelines

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In sentencing for importation of Class A drugs in tablet or unit form, the number of units and the defendant's involvement or role are the principal factors; purity is only relevant if very high or dangerous impurities are present, and street value is less important.

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guideline judgment issued

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Bonnar

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Attorney General

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Criminal Appeal / Sentencing Guidelines

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What are the principal factors to consider in sentencing for importation of Class A drugs in tablet or unit form?

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Applicant: Applicant likely argued for consideration of drug purity and street value in sentencing.
Respondent: Respondent likely argued that number of units and defendant's role are principal factors, with purity and street value being less important.

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Bonnar v Att. Gen. [2001] JLR 626

Number of units and defendant's involvement or role are the principal factors in sentencing for importation of Class A drugs in tablet or unit form.
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Bonnar v Att. Gen. [2001] JLR 626

Purity of drugs should not be considered unless it is very high or dangerous impurities are added.
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Bonnar v Att. Gen. [2001] JLR 626

Street value is a less important factor in sentencing.

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In sentencing for importation of Class A drugs in tablet or unit form, the number of units and the defendant's involvement or role are the principal factors; purity is only relevant if very high or dangerous impurities are present, and street value is less important.

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guideline judgment issued

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