A total effective sentence of 10 years 8 months (16 years pre-transitional) for 15 counts of intra-familial sexual offences against four children over 17 years, involving digital and oral penetration but no penile vaginal penetration, exceeded the upper limit of the appropriate sentencing range and was reduced to 8 years 4 months (12 years 6 months pre-transitional). The case confirms that the VIM sentencing ranges apply and that the two-thirds reduction under the transitional provisions must be applied.
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