Obstructing engines on a railway
Date Produced: 23 August 2007
Title: Criminal Damage
Offence: Obstructing Engines on a Railway
Legislation: S36 MALICIOUS DAMAGE ACT 1861
Mode Of Trial: Either way
Statutory Limitations & Maximum Penalty: 2 years
Aggravating & Mitigating Factors
- Intention/recklessness
- Risk of injury or death
- Risk of damage to property
- Injury/damage caused
- Extent of obstruction
- Motivation revenge or political
- Pre-planned
- Significant public or private fear caused
Relevant Sentencing Guidelines
None
Relevant Sentencing Case Law
None
Ancillary Orders
- Confiscation
Consider Also
- ASBO
Links
Archbold 23-56
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