SENTENCING Flashcards
1
Q
In which 3 key stages should you structure your submissions regarding sentencing?
A
- Talk about the nature and seriousness of the offence.
- Talk about the offender. Mitigating factors.
- Talk about what sentence I propose.
2
Q
When is the only time that the court can propose a custodial sentence?
A
When neither a fine or a community order will be suitable in considering the nature and seriousness of offence.
3
Q
What is the defendant automatically entitled to if they have no previous convictions?
A
A good character direction.
