Sentence
James Staves
James Staves (aged 66) was sentenced at Kingston-upon-Hull Crown Court on 1 July 2024 to 11 Years 6 Months for Sexual assault of a child under the age of 13 and 4 other offences. The offences, what the court heard and the sentence passed.
- Court
- Kingston-upon-Hull Crown Court
- Sentenced
- 1 July 2024
- Sentence
- 11 Years 6 Months, Custodial Term Plus Extended Licence Period: 12 years 6 Months
- Judge
- Judge Alexander Menary
- Convicted on
- Guilty Plea
3 offences
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| Sexual assault of a child under the age of 13 | Custodial immediate |
| Rape of a child under 13 | Custodial immediate; Sex Offender Notification Requirements |
| Causing or inciting a child to engage in sexual activity | Custodial immediate |
What the court heard
He pleaded guilty to rape of a female child aged under 13-years-old, sexually assault of a female child aged under 13-years-old and inciting a female child aged under 13-years-old to engage in sexual activity in Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire.
Aggravating and mitigating factors
Good Character / No (relevant) previous convictions