A discretionary life sentence could properly be imposed where there had been a grave offence and there would be danger on release of the defendant, even without medical evidence having been given.
Citations:
Gazette 16-Oct-1996, Times 24-Jul-1996, [1996] EWCA Crim 750
Jurisdiction:
England and Wales
Criminal Sentencing
Updated: 08 October 2022; Ref: scu.88308