Affray

[Shogun]

Few boys i know were getting done with attempted murder, their charges have not been dropped to affray, does anyone know the likely sentence they will get?

Some were already inside for 6 months then got bail, another 3 months.

[squeal]

The maximum they could get is 3 years in prison and/or a fine of unlimited amount.

[Shogun]

Realistically what do you think could be the verdict?

I know it all depends on certain circumstances, however does anyone know anyone done for affray?

[squeal]

Do you know what court is hearing the case?

[Shogun]

No but i'll find out, i've a feeling it's the high court.

[squeal]

The High Court deals with Civil matters. It will be either the Magistrates Court or the Crown Court.

[morrocan roll]

The High Court deals with Civil matters. It will be either the Magistrates Court or the Crown Court.

He's in Ireland ...big fine and or three month suspended sentance which they have already done ...i'd put my money on a fine.

[Whowhere]

I don't know where you're getting your numbers from but the maximum penalty for attempted murder is life.

As for affray, the minimum sentence is usually 12-18 months, maximum is upwards of 7. It does depend what court tries it though.

As for outcomes, who knows, we don't know the facts.

[squeal]

Here are some case law examples of the sentencing given, dunno if they will be of any use:

R v Fox and Hicks [2006]1 Cr. App. R. (S) 17
Football match. Opposing fans, threats, debris thrown. G pleas.
H had pre cons and on bail at time. He said he was provoked.
F of good character and had participated to a lesser extent.
F sentenced to 8 months and H to 12.

R v Gilliver 1991 12 Cr App R (S) 769
G plea to affray, involving 2 groups of men fighting outside pub.
6 months prison. D had long record, including violence.

R v Holmes and Holmes - similar to above. 9 months upheld.

R v Oliver [1999] 1 Cr App R (S) 394
Affray on aeroplane where staff threatened and abused. D also struck wife.
12 months prison.