“The Sentencing Code 2020” (Online)

This Qualifying Session is a lecture on sentencing procedure law.

Speaker(s)/Tutor(s):

Professor David Ormerod QC and Dr Lyndon Harris

Details:

QS value: 1

QS theme: Legal Knowledge, Justice and the Rule of Law

Interactive?: No

Materials and Preparation:

No preparation required

Learning Outcomes:

At the end of this Qualifying Session students will be able to:

·         Explain the background to the process of codifying sentencing law.

·         Outline the way in which the Sentencing Code provisions operate in practice.

·         Demonstrate and be confident in navigating the Code and associated materials.

Professional Statement Reference: (Access the full Professional Statement for Barristers here)

1.3 : Have a knowledge and understanding of the law and procedure relevant to their area(s) of practice.

2.6 : Ensure they practise with adaptability and flexibility, by being self-aware and self-directed, recognising and acting upon the continual need to maintain and develop their knowledge and skills.