Court Of Appeal news


Attempted murderer’s appeal is rejected

THE 15-year prison sentence imposed on a man who tried to kill his love rival was correct, the Guernsey Court of Appeal ruled yesterday.


‘Highly regarded’ counsel is new appeal court judge

THE Guernsey Court of Appeal has a new judge.


Attempted murderer tries to get his 15 years cut

A POOLE man who was convicted of the attempted murder of a love rival is appealing the length of his prison term.


Jail term cut because she is pregnant

A TEENAGER convicted of assault had the length of her prison sentence cut on appeal because she was pregnant.


Man seeks compensation after two years in prison

A MAN who spent 26 months in prison has seen his conviction quashed at appeal.


Two more paedophiles have jail terms cut

TWO paedophiles had their prison sentences cut yesterday.


Indecent images trio seek shorter sentences

THREE men who were jailed for making indecent images of children will appeal against the length of their sentences today.


States not liable for actions of police, court rules

THE States cannot be sued for the actions of rogue police officers.


States not liable for actions of police, court rules

THE States cannot be sued for the actions of rogue police officers.


Insurer bids to reduce Manny’s compensation

MANNY HELMOT’S mother and stepfather are fighting an attempt to reduce the record £14m. compensation payment awarded to the seriously-injured former cyclist.

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