US EditionMore jail time for criminals who refuse to attend sentencing hearings
- The UK government will present new legislation on Wednesday aimed at increasing penalties for offenders in England and Wales who fail to appear at their sentencing hearings.
- This legislation was introduced in response to public demand following several notorious offenders, including the man responsible for the fatal shooting of nine-year-old Olivia Pratt-Korbel in Liverpool, who declined to appear before the victims' families during sentencing.
- The bill allows judges to add up to two years to prison terms and impose prison punishments like cell confinement or loss of privileges on offenders who skip sentencing or disrupt court proceedings.
- Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood stated that the bill introduces much-needed changes aimed at guaranteeing that victims receive fair outcomes and the essential assistance required to help them recover and move forward.
- The reforms aim to increase accountability for offenders, provide recognition for victims' families, and restore public confidence in the justice system.
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‘Murdering scum!’ Stephen Pound erupts on air over cowardly killers who refuse to face victims as Labour plan law change
‘Murdering scum!’ Stephen Pound erupts on air over cowardly killers who refuse to face victims as Labour plan law change - Former Labour MP Stephen Pound has referred to criminals who refuse to attend sentencing as "murderous scum" during a heated debate on GB News
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