A sentence of life imprisonment imposed upon a youth of 14 for the offence of arson with intent to damage property or recklessness as to whether damage would be cause was wrong in principle and manifestly excessive. There is no sentence in such situations which can properly balance the welfare needs of the child and … Continue reading Regina v Endicott: CACD 3 Dec 1999
There should be a recognition of the need for flexibility in youth sentencing. In the section ‘suitable’ can mean more than just the length of a sentence and allowance made for therapeutic needs. Citations: Gazette 24-Jun-1998 Statutes: Children and Young Persons Act 1933 44 53(3) Jurisdiction: England and Wales Criminal Sentencing Updated: 11 October 2022; … Continue reading Regina v B (Candi) (Young Offender: Sentencing Powers): CACD 24 Jun 1998
There should be a recognition of the need for flexibility in youth sentencing. In the section ‘suitable’ can mean more than just the length of a sentence and allowance made for therapeutic needs Citations: Times 14-May-1998 Statutes: Children and Young Persons Act 1933 44 53(3) Jurisdiction: England and Wales Criminal Sentencing Updated: 11 October 2022; … Continue reading Regina v B (Young Offender: Sentencing Powers): CACD 14 May 1998