Sentence
James David Lawton
James David Lawton (aged 28) was sentenced at Reading Crown Court on 26 November 2021 to 17 Years - Life for Murder and 2 other offences. The offences, what the court heard and the sentence passed.
- Court
- Reading Crown Court
- Sentenced
- 26 November 2021
- Sentence
- 17 Years - Life
- Judge
- Mrs Justice Stacey
- Convicted on
- Conviction After Trial
2 offences
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| Murder | Custodial immediate, Life |
| Unlawfully and maliciously wounding or causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent | Custodial immediate, 8 Years |
What the court heard
He was found guilty of in murder in Newbury, Berkshire, on 9 May 2020. He was found not guilty of cruelty to a person under 16.
Aggravating and mitigating factors
Vulnerable victim; Breach of trust