Written By Jack J Collins, Editor, AllAboutLaw.co.uk

AAL Bizarre: Brothers jailed after mocking suspended sentence on Facebook

Written By Jack J Collins, Editor, AllAboutLaw.co.uk

Two brothers from Accrington in Lancashire, have been imprisoned for two years after originally receiving a suspended sentence, because they publically mocked the judge's decision on Facebook.

In a staggering turn of events, the Sledden brothers (Daniel, 27, and Samuel, 22), were originally let off from jail time when judge Beverley Lund handed them two year suspended sentences for being involved in the supply of cannabis between May and September 2014, because of their supposed remorse for their actions.

Daniel Sledden's report before sentencing stated that he regretted of his actions, and that he had since taken 'positive steps' by finding employment. Samuel's report claimed that he felt "stupid" for what he had done, and notified the court that he too had attained work as well as returning to college.

However, upon recieving their suspended sentences, Daniel posted on Facebook: “Cannot believe my luck 2 year suspended sentance beats the 3 year jail yes pal! Beverly Lunt go suck my dick,” whilst Samuel crowed soon afterwards: “What a day it’s been Burnley crown court! Up ur arse aha nice 2 year suspended.”

They were then recalled to a court for a review of the sentence, where their posts were brought to the attention of the judge. Lunt then stated: “The question I have to ask myself is this: if I had known their real feelings at being in court, would I have accepted their remorse and contrition, and suspended the sentence? And the answer is: of course not. Each of the posts indicate they have not changed at all. They have not taken on board anything or learned any responsibility.

“Their content is clearly indicative of how they really felt about appearing in court for this particular offence. Their tenor was boastful and jeering, and the only reasonable inference was they thought they had somehow fooled and misled the court.”

The original remorse and apparent contrition of the two brothers was said to be a vital factor in their first sentencing, and the fact that they seemed to have tried to move on with their lives in a positive and legal manner. But following the posts and the review, both brothers now find themselves behind bars, and categorically, logged out.

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