This weekly Criminal Law update covers key decisions from the Court of Appeal, highlighting significant themes in sentencing jurisprudence. The podcast explores pressing issues such as the boundaries of culpability, the impact of online activity in violent offences, and procedural correctness in sentencing. Notably, the cases discuss the application of youth sentencing principles, the handling of historical sexual offences, and the assessment of previously imposed sentences deemed unduly lenient. As legal practitioners grapple with evolving standards, the podcast underscores the delicate balancing act between accountability, public protection, and rehabilitation in a complex judicial landscape.

Cases referred to in this podcast:

The Crown v McIntyre [2025] EWCA Crim 1191

The Crown v Henderson [2025] EWCA Crim 1180

The Crown v Daniel Bostan [2025] EWCA Crim 1177

The Crown v Dhiya Al Maamoury [2025] EWCA Crim 1114

The Crown v Aaron Miah [2025] EWCA Crim 1100

The Crown v VPT [2025] EWCA Crim 1187

Cases referred to in this podcast and earlier podcasts can be found at: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1HONdKkVUj26H1zeuukOd8R4eE6dPZleT?usp=share_link