Sentence
Samuel Simpkins
Samuel Simpkins (aged 39) was sentenced at Leicester Crown Court on 21 February 2025 to 7 Years 4 Months for Causing death by careless driving while unfit to drive through drink. The offences, what the court heard and the sentence passed.
- Court
- Leicester Crown Court
- Sentenced
- 21 February 2025
- Sentence
- 7 Years 4 Months
- Judge
- Mr Recorder J Hallam KC
- Convicted on
- Guilty Plea
The offence
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| Causing death by careless driving while unfit to drive through drink | Custodial immediate; Disqualified from Driving For :- 7 Year/s |
What the court heard
He pleaded guilty to causing death by careless driving while over the prescribed limit for alcohol in South Rauceby, Lincolnshire, on 3 January 2024.
Aggravating and mitigating factors
Remorse; Acting under the influence of drugs or drink