Create powers to increase sentences where a defendant refuses to attend court

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Create powers to increase sentences where a defendant refuses to attend court

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Where a defendant is in custody but refuses to attend court, we want the courts to be given powers to increase any sentence applied.

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By refusing to attend court defendants are refusing to face the consequences of their actions. We believe this is an insult to the court and victims.

If a defendant refuses to attend court then judges should have the power to add a penalty term for non-appearance of up to 5 years dependant on the offence.

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