Evasion of Justice

Application

Advice and guidance around when this offence could apply, and when it shouldn't apply.

Applies When

• When a person has been granted bail, but leaves the city and goes in to hiding before completing their sentence.

Doesn't Apply when

• When a person runs away from law enforcement officials before being arrested and being taken in to custody.

Sentencing

Suggested sentences for those who have been convicted of this offence, and advice on the applicable conviction processes.

• Sentences: Where there are multiple suggested sentences, select the sentence that is most appropriate given the offences circumstances.
• Process: Where there are multiple options for the due process, consider the process that best matches the circumstances of the offence, i.e. for more serious circumstances, consider the higher option.

Suggested Sentences

• 30 Silver Penalty
• 3 Day Community Restitution Order
• 12 Lashes

Due Process

• Indictable Offence: A trial in the Crown Court, or a senior supervisor review is required in order for the suspect to be lawfully convicted and sentenced.

Further Guidance

There is no further guidance for this offence.