Bonnar v Att. Gen. [2001] JLR 626 (26 October 2001)
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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- Citation
- [2001] JLR 626
- Parties
- Applicant: Bonnar; Respondent: Attorney General
- Jurisdiction
- Jersey
- Judgment Date
- 26 October 2001
- Procedural Posture
- Criminal Appeal / Sentencing Guidelines
- Outcome
- guideline judgment issued
- Legal Topics
- Drug Importation, Sentencing, Class a Drugs
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Parties
Bonnar
Applicant
Attorney General
Respondent
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Sentencing Guidelines
Legal Issues
- 1 What are the principal factors to consider in sentencing for importation of Class A drugs in tablet or unit form?
Ratio Decidendi
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.
Court Disposition
guideline judgment issued
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