AG -v- Ray [2017] JRC 077 (24 May 2017)

AG -v- Ray [2017] JRC 077 (24 May 2017)

The sentence was determined by applying the minimum starting point for trafficking over 30 kilograms of cannabis, considering statutory maximum, and allowing mitigation for guilty plea, lack of prior convictions, personal circumstances, and family support.

Citation
[2017] JRC 077
Parties
Prosecution: The Crown; Defendant: Defendant
Jurisdiction
Jersey
Judgment Date
24 May 2017
Procedural Posture
Criminal / Sentencing
Outcome
convicted and sentenced
Legal Topics
Drug Trafficking, Importation of Controlled Substances, Sentencing Guidelines
Criminal Law Drug Trafficking Importation of Controlled Substances Sentencing Guidelines

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Parties

The Crown

Prosecution

Defendant

Defendant

Procedural Posture

Criminal / Sentencing

Legal Issues

  1. 1 appropriate sentence for importation of cannabis resin exceeding 30 kilograms
  2. 2 application of sentencing guidelines for Class B drugs

Ratio Decidendi

The sentence was determined by applying the minimum starting point for trafficking over 30 kilograms of cannabis, considering statutory maximum, and allowing mitigation for guilty plea, lack of prior convictions, personal circumstances, and family support.

Court Disposition

convicted and sentenced

Orders

  • 6 years and 3 months' imprisonment
  • forfeiture and destruction of drugs