Sentence
Joshua Springer
Joshua Springer (aged 35) was sentenced at Lincoln Crown Court on 20 February 2026 to 21 Years for Making and possessing indecent images of children and 2 other offences. The offences, what the court heard and the sentence passed.
- Court
- Lincoln Crown Court
- Sentenced
- 20 February 2026
- Sentence
- 21 Years, Custodial Term Plus Extended Licence Period: 27 years
- Judge
- Judge Hirst (The Honorary Recorder of Lincoln)
- Convicted on
- Guilty Plea
2 offences
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| Making and possessing indecent images of children | Custodial immediate |
| Rape | Custodial immediate; Sex Offender Notification Requirements |
What the court heard
He pleaded guilty to rape and making indecent images of children in Lincolnshire and North Yorkshire.
Aggravating and mitigating factors
Abuse of trust / Position of power; Vulnerable victim; Mental / Physical suffering / Harm caused