[2004] EWCA Crim 44

In all the circumstances, a sentence of 18 months' imprisonment for manslaughter was manifestly excessive. However there was no provocation that could provide exceptional circumstances to justify a suspended sentence. The sentence would be quashed and one of nine months' imprisonment substituted.

CA (Crim Div) (Pill LJ, Gray J, Aikens J)

15/01/2004