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Powers of Criminal Courts (Sentencing) Act 2000, Cross Heading: Meaning of “custodial sentence” is up to date with all changes known to be in force on or before 05 March 2025. There are changes that may be brought into force at a future date. Changes that have been made appear in the content and are referenced with annotations.
(1)In this Act “custodial sentence” means—
(a)a sentence of imprisonment (as to which, see section 89(1)(a) below);
(b)a sentence of detention under section 90 or 91 below;
(c)a sentence of custody for life under section 93 or 94 below;
(d)a sentence of detention in a young offender institution (under section 96 below or otherwise); or
(e)a detention and training order (under section 100 below).
(2)In subsection (1) above “sentence of imprisonment” does not include a committal for contempt of court or any kindred offence.
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