Governo v Att. Gen. [1987] JLR_Note 21a (27 October 1988)
The court determined the minimum acceptable sentence for the offences of forgery and uttering, emphasizing the need for sentences to reflect the gravity of such crimes.
- Parties
- Applicant: Governo; Respondent: Attorney General
- Jurisdiction
- Jersey
- Judgment Date
- 27 October 1988
- Procedural Posture
- Criminal / Sentencing
- Legal Topics
- Forgery, Uttering, Sentencing
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Parties
Governo
Applicant
Attorney General
Respondent
Procedural Posture
Criminal / Sentencing
Legal Issues
- 1 What is the minimum acceptable sentence for forgery and uttering?
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The court determined the minimum acceptable sentence for the offences of forgery and uttering, emphasizing the need for sentences to reflect the gravity of such crimes.
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