AG -v- R [2015] JRC 023 (30 January 2015)

AG -v- R [2015] JRC 023 (30 January 2015)

Given the number and severity of indecent images, aggravating features including repeat offending and attempt to blame another, a custodial sentence of 2 years is appropriate, with forfeiture of equipment, notification requirements, and restraining orders imposed.

Citation
[2015] JRC 023
Parties
Defendant: Mr R; Prosecutor: The Crown
Jurisdiction
Jersey
Judgment Date
30 January 2015
Procedural Posture
Criminal / Sentencing
Outcome
conviction and custodial sentence
Legal Topics
Indecent Photographs of Children, Sentencing Guidelines, Sex Offender Notification, Restraining Orders
Criminal Law Indecent Photographs of Children Sentencing Guidelines Sex Offender Notification Restraining Orders

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Parties

Mr R

Defendant

The Crown

Prosecutor

Procedural Posture

Criminal / Sentencing

Legal Issues

  1. 1 appropriate sentence for making indecent photographs of children
  2. 2 application of sentencing guidelines
  3. 3 imposition of sex offender notification requirements

Ratio Decidendi

Given the number and severity of indecent images, aggravating features including repeat offending and attempt to blame another, a custodial sentence of 2 years is appropriate, with forfeiture of equipment, notification requirements, and restraining orders imposed.

Court Disposition

conviction and custodial sentence

Orders

  • 2 years' imprisonment
  • forfeiture and destruction of computer tower