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Domestic Murder Sentencing Reforms
06 December 2024
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Ministry of Justice
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At a Glance
Issue Summary
The Minister is announcing a Law Commission review of homicide law and sentencing framework for murder, as well as immediate legislative changes based on recommendations from Clare Wade KC's Domestic Homicide Sentencing Review.
Action Requested
The minister requests the Law Commission to conduct a thorough review of homicide laws and sentencing frameworks starting early 2025. Additionally, she plans to implement two recommendations by laying a Statutory Instrument next year for statutory aggravating factors in cases involving strangulation and murders at the end of relationships.
Key Facts
- The Law Commission will review homicide law and sentencing framework for murder.
- Clare Wade KC's Domestic Homicide Sentencing Review recommended statutory aggravating factors for strangulation and relationship-end murders.
- Implementation of these measures is expected next year in England and Wales.
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