AG v Cooper [2003] JRC 134 (18 July 2003)

AG v Cooper [2003] JRC 134 (18 July 2003)

Given the seriousness of the offences, the defendant's prior convictions, and the fact that some offences were committed while under caution or on bail, a total custodial sentence of 18 months is warranted, with all sentences to run concurrently.

Citation
[2003] JRC 134
Parties
Prosecution: The Crown; Defendant: Cooper
Jurisdiction
Jersey
Judgment Date
18 July 2003
Procedural Posture
Criminal / Sentencing Judgment
Outcome
convicted and sentenced
Legal Topics
Burglary, Larceny, Handling Stolen Property, False Pretences, Aiding and Abetting, Sentencing
Criminal Law Burglary Larceny Handling Stolen Property False Pretences Aiding and Abetting Sentencing

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Parties

The Crown

Prosecution

Cooper

Defendant

Procedural Posture

Criminal / Sentencing Judgment

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Appropriate sentence for multiple offences including burglary, larceny, and related crimes
  2. 2 Consideration of prior convictions and offences committed while on bail or under caution
  3. 3 Mitigation based on personal circumstances and progress in custody

Ratio Decidendi

Given the seriousness of the offences, the defendant's prior convictions, and the fact that some offences were committed while under caution or on bail, a total custodial sentence of 18 months is warranted, with all sentences to run concurrently.

Court Disposition

convicted and sentenced

Orders

  • Count 1: 3 months' imprisonment
  • Count 2: 9 months' imprisonment