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R v Robert Paris Steward Blackmore

Author / Contributor: Kris Gledhill
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R v Robert Paris Steward Blackmore
   
Issue: Whether an extended sentence of 7 years for arson reckless as to whether life was endangered by a defendant experiencing psychotic symptoms likely reflecting the first episode of bipolar affective disorder was wrong in principle as the test of dangerousness was not met or manifestly excessive for not taking mental disorder into account as a mitigating factor.
   
Court: Court of Appeal
   
Reference:   2023/00028/A3
   
Neutral Citation:   [2023] EWCA Crim 833
   
Judge(s): Macur LJ, Bryan J and HHJ Angela Morris
   
Date: 45098