Do not retain this copy. Only the online version of a guideline is guaranteed to be up to date.
Draft guideline for consultation only. Draft guidelines should not be taken into account when sentencing. Where no offence-specific guideline exists,
For offences committed on or after 28 June 2022: triable on indictment only if offence arranged or facilitated is section
Draft guideline for consultation only. Draft guidelines should not be taken into account when sentencing. Where no offence-specific guideline exists,
Definitive sentencing guidelines for the sentencing of modern slavery offences were published on 24 November 2021 and the online sentencing
Definitive sentencing guidelines for the sentencing of modern slavery offences were published on 12 August 2021 and the online sentencing
Triable either way Maximum: 5 years’ imprisonment Note: the maximum sentence that a magistrates’ court can impose for offences contrary
Triable only on indictment (if kidnapping or false imprisonment committed), otherwise triable either way Maximum: Life imprisonment (if kidnapping or
Triable either wayMaximum: Unlimited fineOffence range: £250 fine to £450,000 fine Use this guideline when the offender is an organisation.