There is no broad tariff of 7 to 10 years' imprisonment for attempted murder; sentences range from life imprisonment downwards depending on the facts. A sentence of 12 years (reduced from 16 years for an early guilty plea) was upheld for an offence close to the worst of its type involving a deliberate vehicular attack. The seriousness of the offence limits the extent to which personal mitigation (youth, good character, remorse, intoxication) can be given practical recognition.
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