Lynch v Att. Gen. [1991] JLR_Note 15d (24 July 1991)
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Holding and result
The court considered whether the disparity in sentences between co-accused was justified by relevant differences in their roles or circumstances.
Court disposition
judgment reserved/unknown
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Parties
Lynch
AppellantAttorney General
Respondent03
Procedural history
Posture
Criminal Appeal / Appellate
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Questions and positions
Legal issues
Whether there was an unjustified disparity between the sentence imposed on the appellant and that imposed on a co-accused for larceny.
Party arguments
- Applicant
- The appellant argued that the sentence imposed was disproportionately severe compared to the sentence given to a co-accused for the same offence.
- Respondent
- The respondent contended that the sentence was appropriate given the appellant's role and circumstances.
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Legal principles
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sentencing guidelines/common law
Sentences for co-accused should not be unduly disparate unless justified by differences in culpability or circumstances.
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Ratio, limits and disposition
Ratio decidendi
The court considered whether the disparity in sentences between co-accused was justified by relevant differences in their roles or circumstances.
Court disposition
judgment reserved/unknown
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