Table of Contents

1. An introduction to English sentencing; 2. Sentencing and the constitution; 3. Sentencing aims, principles and policies; 4. Elements of proportionality; 5. Aggravation and mitigation; 6. Persistence, prevention and prediction; 7. Equality before the law; 8. Multiple offenders; 9. Custodial sentencing; 10. Non-custodial sentencing; 11. Procedural issues and ancillary orders; 12. Special sentencing powers; 13. Conclusions.

Promotional Information

Provides an up-to-date account of English sentencing law.

About the Author

Vinerian Professor of English Law, University of Oxford.

Reviews

'A book that brings a sharply focused perspective to the problems of sentencing and criminal justice... Ashworth provides a wealth of thoughtful and stimulating insights. His work is essential reading for anybody, student or practitioner, with an interest in sentencing.' Review of a previous edition in the Criminal Law Review