AG -v- Linden [2012] JRC 161 (07 September 2012)
The defendant pleaded guilty to careless driving with fatal consequences; the court considered mitigation but determined that an increased fine and disqualification were appropriate given the seriousness of the outcome.
- Citation
- [2012] JRC 161
- Parties
- Defendant: Defendant; Victim: Miss Pavarniece
- Jurisdiction
- Jersey
- Judgment Date
- 07 September 2012
- Procedural Posture
- Criminal / Sentencing
- Outcome
- conviction and sentencing
- Legal Topics
- Careless Driving, Sentencing, Fatal Accident
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Parties
Defendant
Defendant
Miss Pavarniece
Victim
Procedural Posture
Criminal / Sentencing
Legal Issues
- 1 Whether the defendant's driving constituted careless driving resulting in death
- 2 Appropriate penalty for careless driving causing fatality
Ratio Decidendi
The defendant pleaded guilty to careless driving with fatal consequences; the court considered mitigation but determined that an increased fine and disqualification were appropriate given the seriousness of the outcome.
Court Disposition
conviction and sentencing
Orders
- Fine of £750 to be paid within 14 days
- Disqualification from driving for 12 months
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