Sentence
Paul Dorney
Paul Dorney (aged 40) was sentenced at Oxford Crown Court on 5 October 2026 to 10 Years 4 Months for Unlawfully and maliciously wounding or causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent and 4 other offences. The offences, what the court heard and the sentence passed.
- Court
- Oxford Crown Court
- Sentenced
- 5 October 2026
- Sentence
- 10 Years 4 Months, Custodial Term Plus Extended Licence Period: 13 years 4 Months
- Judge
- Judge Maria Lamb (Honorary Recorder of Oxford)
- Convicted on
- Guilty Plea
3 offences
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| Unlawfully and maliciously wounding or causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent | Custodial immediate |
| Having possession of a controlled substance | |
| Common Assault / Assault by beating |
What the court heard
He pleaded guilty to wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm (GBH), common assault, possession of Class A drugs (cocaine) and possession of Class B drugs (cannabis) in Oxfordshire on 27 December 2025.
Aggravating and mitigating factors
Acting under the influence of drugs or drink