AG -v- Mayne [2010] JRC 048 (05 March 2010)

AG -v- Mayne [2010] JRC 048 (05 March 2010)

The defendant's gross negligence in breaching safety regulations warranted a substantial fine, but mitigation including first offence, early admission, remorse, and financial circumstances justified a reduced and structured penalty.

Citation
[2010] JRC 048
Parties
Defendant: Mr Mayne; Prosecution: Prosecution
Jurisdiction
Jersey
Judgment Date
05 March 2010
Procedural Posture
Criminal / Sentencing
Outcome
convicted and fined
Legal Topics
Safety Regulations Breach, Sentencing, Mitigation
Criminal Law Health and Safety Safety Regulations Breach Sentencing Mitigation

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Parties

Mr Mayne

Defendant

Prosecution

Prosecution

Procedural Posture

Criminal / Sentencing

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the defendant breached safety regulations resulting in risk of serious injury
  2. 2 Appropriate sentence for breach of safety regulations

Ratio Decidendi

The defendant's gross negligence in breaching safety regulations warranted a substantial fine, but mitigation including first offence, early admission, remorse, and financial circumstances justified a reduced and structured penalty.

Court Disposition

convicted and fined

Orders

  • Fine of £5,000 with 9 months' imprisonment in default of payment
  • Contribution of £1,000 towards prosecution costs