The defendant had been convicted of stealing whisky from a shop, assaulting an assistant who tried to stop him, and giving a false name. He had a terrible record, and was on probation, and on bail. He was sentenced to three years. He appealed. Although the court felt he had been under-sentenced in the past, the total was too long, in view of his youth. The total was reduced to two years.
Judges:
Lord Justice Judge, Mr Justice Curtis, And Recorder Of Birmingham His Honour Judge Peter Crawford Qc (Acting As A Judge Of The Court Of Appeal Criminal Division)
Citations:
[1998] EWCA Crim 1385
Jurisdiction:
England and Wales
Criminal Sentencing
Updated: 11 May 2022; Ref: scu.154259