The Court was asked to entertain an application from lawyers acting for a man who had absconded during his trial on the basis his sentence was excessive. The argument focused on the fact the offences were historic and committed at a time a different sentencing regime was in force. The legal representatives were described as ‘without instructions’. The Court, in the exercise of its discretion, agreed to hear the appeal and reduced his sentence.
Citations:
[2010] EWCA Crim 1845
Cited by:
Cited – Okedare, Regina v CACD 27-Feb-2014
The court heard applications for leave to appeal on behalf of applicants who had either absconded or disappeared.
Held: The court considered whether the lawyers filing the appeals had authority, whether express or implied. ‘we are satisfied . .
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Criminal Practice
Updated: 04 May 2022; Ref: scu.544631