Different Types Of Custodial Sentences Flashcards
1
Q
Most serious sentence? And when should it be used and according to who?
A
Custodial sentence - going to prison
The sentencing act only to be used when other sentences are insufficient
2
Q
Example of a custodial?
A
Mandatory life sentence?
3
Q
Mandatory life sentence?
A
D will be given a life sentence but the judge sets a minimum ‘tarrif’ before d can be considered for release on license by the parole board.
4
Q
P2.
What else could the judge impose? Case?
A
A whole life order
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5
Q
P2
What happens if d is released
A
Must comply with their licence conditions or will return to serve the rest of their sentence in custody
6
Q
Types of custodial sentences
A
- mandatory Sentence
- discretionary life sentences
- Fixed term sentences
- Suspended sentences
