Criminal Liability Procedure

Question 1

Aims of sentencing

Answer 1

• Retribution
• Reparation
• Deterrent
• Rehabilitation
• Protection of public

Question 2

Types of sentences

Answer 2

• Custodial (mandatory, discretionary, suspended)
• Community order. E.g. volunteer work, rehabilitation courses
• Fines
• Discharge (absolute and conditional)

Question 3

Aggravating factors

Answer 3

Factors that make an offence more serious and increase the sentence
• Racial hostility
• Seriousness of injury
• Previous convictions
• On bail at time of offence
• Abuse of position of trust
• Hostility towards sexual orientation, sex or disability.

Question 4

Mitigating factors

Answer 4

Factors that can render an offence less serious and decrease the length of the sentence
•	First offence
•	Remorse
•	Try to put things right
•	Particularly young or old
•	D is vulnerable
•	Difficult home life