1999/87A - AG v Carrel [1999] UR 87A (21 May 1999)

1999/87A - AG v Carrel [1999] UR 87A (21 May 1999)

The accused was more than a mere custodian and took an active part in wrapping the drugs for return to the supplier and onward sale, justifying a substantial custodial sentence.

Citation
[1999] UR 87A
Parties
Prosecutor: Attorney General; Accused: Zachary Edward Charles Carrel
Jurisdiction
Jersey
Judgment Date
21 May 1999
Procedural Posture
Criminal / Sentencing
Outcome
convicted and sentenced
Legal Topics
Possession of Controlled Drugs, Possession With Intent to Supply, Sentencing
Criminal Law Possession of Controlled Drugs Possession With Intent to Supply Sentencing

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Parties

Attorney General

Prosecutor

Zachary Edward Charles Carrel

Accused

Procedural Posture

Criminal / Sentencing

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the accused was guilty of possession of controlled drugs
  2. 2 Whether the accused was guilty of possession of controlled drugs with intent to supply
  3. 3 Appropriate sentence for the offences

Ratio Decidendi

The accused was more than a mere custodian and took an active part in wrapping the drugs for return to the supplier and onward sale, justifying a substantial custodial sentence.

Court Disposition

convicted and sentenced

Orders

  • All sentences to run concurrently
  • Total sentence of 3½ years' imprisonment