section 47

[danchip]

what is the likely sentence if found guilty of section 47

[coolwill]

Try and enlighten us. What is section 47

[blondie123]

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm...the maximum sentence is 5 years i think. It will depend on previous convictions and the circumstances.

[busta233]

my son as just been sentenced to 30 months for a section 47. He had a previous offence and had pleaded not guilty (which raises the sentence). It depends on the attack etc. I looked into this while my son was awaiting trial - a sct 47 offence holds a maximum prison sentence of 5 years, but they have now brought these ipps in but he will only get one of these if he as had a previous conviction and his deemed to be a danger to the public. You need a good probation report and loads of character referneces - good ones. My son was looking at an IPP because of his previous sentence but i sent copies of his character refernces to the judge and his probation officer for them to read through. They go to your solicitor but mine was rubbish so i sent them straight to the top.

[aaronc]

Several weeks ago I was involved in a pub fight, Whilst this was happening a glass was smashed and cut a person on the head and another scratches down their arm.
I was arrested almost 6 weeks after the event on suspicion of section 47 causing actual body harm, I denied these allegations, Photo's of both victims have been taken, one victim gave a statment explaining they saw me smash the glass on the persons head, another wasnt sure who smashed the glass.

I was released on bail pending further investigation as there was no cctv and the cps didnt have enough evidence to charge me with the above.

I dont have a great deal of previous convictions however I have served a short time in prison for breach of a suspended sentance (3 years ago), I am seeking advice if you would kindly help, What are the chances I could be convicted of the above? Surely it is just their word against mine as there is no solid evidence it is true, if charged and convicted would I be given a custodial sentance because of my past? or would a community order be more suitable.
My friend was close by when this happend and has also been arrested but on suspicion of common assault, my friend also explained that they didnt see anything or anyone get glass smashed over their head.

Any advice would be much appreciated.

[aaronc]

Several weeks ago I was involved in a pub fight, Whilst this was happening a glass was smashed and cut a person on the head and another scratches down their arm.
I was arrested almost 6 weeks after the event on suspicion of section 47 causing actual body harm, I denied these allegations, Photo's of both victims have been taken, one victim gave a statment explaining they saw me smash the glass on the persons head, another wasnt sure who smashed the glass.

I was released on bail pending further investigation as there was no cctv and the cps didnt have enough evidence to charge me with the above.

I dont have a great deal of previous convictions however I have served a short time in prison for breach of a suspended sentance (3 years ago), I am seeking advice if you would kindly help, What are the chances I could be convicted of the above? Surely it is just their word against mine as there is no solid evidence it is true, if charged and convicted would I be given a custodial sentance because of my past? or would a community order be more suitable.
My friend was close by when this happend and has also been arrested but on suspicion of common assault, my friend also explained that they didnt see anything or anyone get glass smashed over their head.

Any advice would be much appreciated.