Sentence
Clifford Ian Church
Clifford Ian Church (aged 63) was sentenced at York Crown Court on 5 March 2026 to 12 Years - Life for Common Assault / Assault by beating and 2 other offences. The offences, what the court heard and the sentence passed.
- Court
- York Crown Court
- Sentenced
- 5 March 2026
- Sentence
- 12 Years - Life
- Judge
- Judge Simon Hickey
- Convicted on
- Guilty Plea
2 offences
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| Common Assault / Assault by beating | |
| Rape | Custodial immediate, Life; Sex Offender Notification Requirements |
What the court heard
He pleaded guilty to rape and assault in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, on 9 August 2025.
Aggravating and mitigating factors
On licence / supervision at the time of the offence