2. Cannabis or khat warning
A cannabis or khat warning may be given where the offender is found in possession of a small amount of
3. Simple caution
Guideline users should be aware that the Equal Treatment Bench Book covers important aspects of fair treatment and disparity of
4. Conditional caution
Guideline users should be aware that the Equal Treatment Bench Book covers important aspects of fair treatment and disparity of
2. Prevalence and community impact statements
Guideline users should be aware that the Equal Treatment Bench Book covers important aspects of fair treatment and disparity of
Aggravating and mitigating factors
Taken from Sentencing Guidelines Council Guideline Overarching Principles: Seriousness. The lists below bring together the most important aggravating and mitigating
Victims
Using the MCSG
1. Introduction to ancillary orders
Guideline users should be aware that the Equal Treatment Bench Book covers important aspects of fair treatment and disparity of
1. Imposition of community orders
See: Imposition of community and custodial sentences.
1. Introduction to out of court disposals
There are several alternatives to formal charges available to police and CPS when dealing with adults, including cannabis and khat