Likely sentence DV ABH charge

[Blue_Buttercup]

Hi Guys,

My ex is in Crown Court in 3 weeks with an ABH charge, he blackened my eye and bit my arm, he pleaded guilty at the first opportunity. Im wondering if anyone knows what his sentence might be? He has been in prison before for GBH years ago (about 10) and also about 2 years ago again for ABH against me (he got 6 months but was out in about 2 or 3). Although I want to see him punished, I really dont think I want him to go to prison for this, I know he was very tearful and remorseful during his interview, so much so that even the policewoman I think felt a bit sorry for him. From this I also know that but the sheer volume of what he has lost (his home, family, me and kids, and also car and job) he is being punished enough. He had been under considerable amounts of stress prior to this and personally I think he needs councelling and emotional management rather than a custodial. Whats the point in imposing a custodial sentence without getting to the root of the problem? Im absolutely certain I no longer want to be in a relationship with him, but can not help but feel a bit sorry for him. He did it under the influence of alcohol and was probably as shocked as I was when he woke the next morning. I was thinking of writing a letter to the judge, as if there is a chance here to get him some help, I'd much rather he took it with a nudge in the right direction.

[peanut2011]

my friends ex partner just got sentenced to 5 yrs for the same charge, however he could get longer because he has previous similar convictions. A judge could recommend some sort of programme of rehabilitation if his pre sentence report from the probation service deems him suitable for it, however, if you write a letter to the judge or probation, i suggest you get some free legal advice first. i hope this helps a little x

[Blue_Buttercup]

Thanks Peanut, where would I strat with the free legal advice? I'm still not decided whether I want to yet but just incase. 5 years sounds steep :/ x

[uk007]

ABH is a more serious assault charge. I was charged for ABH as some guys on a night out felt my girlfriends arse so i did punched 1 of the guys and it bruised his eye and fractured his jaw, i was in and out of court for 6 months the end result was community service and a £200 fine. I had 2 good character references but i think its all down to the judge on the day and dressing smart could help.

[Dentalditzuk]

I'm in the same boat, my ex blackened my eyes split my lip and broke my nose whilst we were staying in a hotel for my birthday. He was originally up for section 18 but now due to him admitting he has an alcohol problem and it caused him to "black out" and he doesn't remember my attack, he is now only going to court on a section 47 (ABH). I can understand why you wouldnt want him to face a custodial i was thinking the same, you can write a letter to the judge expressing this however it's not his 1st offence and id his 2nd offence involving you. He will be offered anger management courses in prison or when he is released, but it's highly unlikely that his sentence will be suspended.

[wintermute82]

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm Offences against the Person Act 1861 s.47 carries a maximum of 5 years.

However, the judge will take into account a plethora of factors when sentencing. Please find some actual examples of sentences below:

8 months http://www.thelawpage...eter-Etuhu-6553-3.law
8 months http://www.thelawpage...ise-Rooney-6516-3.law
6 months suspended http://www.thelawpage...illy-Smith-6278-3.law

You can search more actual sentences for yourself at www.thelawpages.com it's a generaly great site for anything legal. You may have to sign up but it's all free