Different Types Of Sentences For Adult Offenders Flashcards
What was established by the Coroners and Justice Act 2009?
The Sentencing Council was set up to issue Sentencing Guidelines for the courts to follow.
What is a custodial sentence?
A custodial sentence is imprisonment, the most serious sentence for the most serious crimes.
When is a mandatory life sentence given?
A mandatory life sentence is only given for murder.
What is a whole life order?
A whole life order is given to the most dangerous criminals who should never be released from prison.
What is a discretionary life sentence?
A discretionary life sentence is for serious offences like manslaughter, where the maximum sentence is life imprisonment but not mandatory.
What is an extended determinate sentence?
An extended determinate sentence combines a minimum custodial sentence of 12 months with an extended period ‘on licence’ in the community.
What is a minimum sentence example?
An example is a minimum custodial sentence of 12 years for dealing in Class A drugs of 5kg or more.
What is a suspended sentence?
A suspended sentence means the offender goes to prison only if they reoffend within a certain time frame.
What is a fixed term sentence?
A fixed term sentence is where the judge can impose a custodial sentence up to a specific length, such as 6 months for assault.
What is a Home Detention Curfew?
A Home Detention Curfew orders the offender to stay home for up to 16 hours per day, monitored by an electronic tag.
What is a non-custodial sentence?
A non-custodial sentence is given for less serious crimes.
What is a Community Order under Section 177 of the Criminal Justice Act 2003?
A Community Order may include one or more of 14 available requirements.
What are examples of requirements in a Community Order?
Examples include Unpaid work requirement, Curfew requirement, Drug rehabilitation requirement, Alcohol treatment requirement, and Residence requirement.
