AG v Stephens [2002] JRC 111 (31 May 2002)

AG v Stephens [2002] JRC 111 (31 May 2002)

The defendant failed to comply with probation and court orders despite multiple opportunities; punishment is necessary but allowance is made for demonstrated progress.

Citation
[2002] JRC 111
Parties
Defendant: Stephens; Prosecution: Crown Advocate
Jurisdiction
Jersey
Judgment Date
31 May 2002
Procedural Posture
Criminal / Sentencing
Outcome
probation order discharged; imprisonment imposed
Legal Topics
Probation Order, Sentencing, Non Compliance With Court Orders
Criminal Law Probation Order Sentencing Non Compliance With Court Orders

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Parties

Stephens

Defendant

Crown Advocate

Prosecution

Procedural Posture

Criminal / Sentencing

Legal Issues

  1. 1 non-compliance with probation order
  2. 2 sentencing for criminal offences

Ratio Decidendi

The defendant failed to comply with probation and court orders despite multiple opportunities; punishment is necessary but allowance is made for demonstrated progress.

Court Disposition

probation order discharged; imprisonment imposed

Orders

  • Probation order discharged
  • 6 months' imprisonment on count 1