Home and Away Star Jailed for Six Months on Drug Charges
Former Home and Away star Orpheus Pledger jailed for six months on drug charges after a three-day police manhunt in Melbourne.
Category : Sentencing
UK Extends Time Limit for Challenging Lenient Sentences to Six Months
UK extends time to challenge lenient sentences from 28 days to six months for victims and bereaved families, with new duty to notify.
Gary Glitter 'on last legs' in prison, sources claim
Gary Glitter, 81, is reportedly wheelchair-bound and almost totally deaf in prison, with sources saying he is unlikely to be released and may die behind bars.
Robert-Francois Damiens: The Man Torn Apart by Horses for Attempted Regicide
Robert-Francois Damiens attempted to assassinate King Louis XV and was executed by being torn apart by horses after days of brutal torture.
Five IPP Prisoners Referred to Appeal Courts
CCRC refers five IPP and DPP sentences for appeal, citing recent court rulings on youth and maturity.
Aristocrat and Partner Jailed for Baby's Tent Death
Constance Marten and Mark Gordon convicted of manslaughter after baby Victoria died in a tent on the South Downs.
Fury Over 'Paltry' Sentence for Sainsbury's Queue Killer
Outrage over five-year jail term for man who killed father in Sainsbury's queue row; shadow justice secretary calls sentence 'paltry'.
Fury Over 'Paltry' Sentence for Sainsbury's Queue-Jumper Killer
Shadow justice secretary Robert Jenrick condemns five-year sentence for bus driver who killed man in queue-jumping row at Sainsbury's.
Rapper Ghetts Jailed 12 Years for Killing Student in Hit and Run
Grime artist Ghetts jailed 12 years for killing student Yubin Tamang in hit-and-run while speeding and over drink-drive limit.
Britain's Youngest Female Killer 'Devil's Daughter' Cleared for Open Prison Move
Sharon Carr, UK's youngest female killer at 12, recommended for open prison move despite ongoing risk; Justice Secretary to decide.
Coronation Street Star Bruce Jones Avoids Jail for Drink-Driving Incident
Former Coronation Street star Bruce Jones avoids jail for dangerous driving after drunkenly grabbing his wife's steering wheel. He received a suspended sentence.
Mum Pleads for Missing Teen After Murder Arrest
The mother of missing 15-year-old Taylor Charlton has issued an emotional plea for him to come home, as a 20-year-old man is arrested on suspicion of murder.
Student Jailed For False Rape Claim Against Officer
University of Cumbria student Chloe Fox given suspended sentence for false rape claim that wasted 650 hours of police time.
Teen Rapists Spared Jail: Sentences Reviewed by Appeal Judge
Two 15-year-old boys who avoided jail for raping two girls will have their sentences reviewed by the Court of Appeal in July following widespread backlash.
Donaldson Denies 'Like an Object' Claim at Trial
Former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson denies treating an alleged rape victim 'like an object' during cross-examination at Newry Crown Court. He insists allegations are untrue.
Husband Strangled Wife After Cuddle, Told Police He Couldn't Stop
Michael Davies, 57, admits killing wife Tracey but denies murder, claiming diminished responsibility. He told police he couldn't stop strangling her after a cuddle.
Ascot jockey banned 10 years for race-fixing
S'manga Khumalo, South Africa's first black champion jockey, has been handed a 10-year ban after being found guilty of race-fixing and passing inside information.
Ex-Mayor Gets 90 Days for Sex with Teen at Pool Party
Former mayor Misty Roberts, 44, sentenced to 90 days in jail for having sex with a 16-year-old boy at a pool party, sparking outrage in DeRidder, Louisiana.
Teacher Sues Go Ape for £60,000 After Breaking Leg on Slide
Teacher sues Go Ape for £60k after breaking leg on slide aimed at children, claiming it was unsafe. Go Ape denies liability, citing signed disclaimer.
Schumacher's Wife Fights for Privacy in Court
Corinna Schumacher seeks private court hearing amid blackmail trial over leaked photos and medical records of F1 legend Michael Schumacher.
Second man jailed for bottle and machete attack outside flats
Connor Reilly, 32, jailed for 28 months for assault with bottle and machete at Merryton Tower. Dean Markson previously jailed for 32 months.
Men Jailed for Violence Against Police at Protest
Leon O'Leary and Connor Bishop sentenced for assaulting police officers during a protest in London, with the judge citing concerns over treatment of Henry Nowak.
Teen Jailed for Stabbing Man to Death Outside Paisley Home
Jaxon Millar, 20, was sentenced to 6 years and 9 months for killing Robert McNally, 21, in Paisley after a dispute involving machetes and fireworks.
Man Jailed for Raping Teen and Threatening Her Family
Stephen Thomas, 51, raped a teenage girl and threatened to harm her family if she told anyone. He was sentenced to 15 years in prison.
Snapchat selfie driver jailed for killing cyclist, 81
Matthew Isherwood was using Snapchat and Instagram while driving when he hit James Lawley, 81, who was then run over by another car. Both drivers have been sentenced.
Widow's Fury as Teen Killer Could Walk Free After Two Years in Soft-Touch Scottish Justice System
Sue Rollinson condemns SNP justice policies after learning her husband
Teenager jailed after year on run for violent Birmingham city centre brawl
Thomas Sweeney Jr, 19, is imprisoned after fleeing sentencing for a violent family brawl in Birmingham
Southport Killer Axel Rudakubana Faces 52 Years in Solitary Confinement
Axel Rudakubana, jailed for the Southport dance class murders, could spend 52 years in isolation after attacking a prison guard. Read the shocking details of his life behind bars.
Utah Safety Volunteer Charged with Manslaughter in 'No Kings' Protest Shooting
A safety volunteer has been charged with manslaughter for the fatal shooting of a
Rio Prison Singing Contest Offers Hope and Empowerment to Incarcerated Women
A singing competition in a Rio de Janeiro prison provided a creative outlet and rehabilitation opportunity for female inmates, boosting confidence ahead of release.
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