Written Question·Ministry of Justice·UIN 195758
Crimes of Violence: Sentencing
Tabled: 1 September 2023
Answered: 11 September 2023
Question
Andrew Rosindell
Reform UK — Romford
To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, whether he is taking steps to help ensure parity in sentencing for assaults on (a) police and (b) prison officers.
Answer
Edward ArgarWhen deciding what sentence to impose the courts take into account the circumstances of the offence, including the culpability of the offender, the harm they caused or intended to cause, and any aggravating and mitigating factors in line with any relevant...
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