No.14 Court of Appeal-Criminal-Notice of Application for Review of Sentence-(Section 2,Criminal Justice Act 1993)

What this form is for

• • When you want the Court of Appeal to reconsider a sentence handed down by a District Court or Circuit Court.
• • If you believe there was a legal error in how the sentence was calculated.
• • When new evidence shows the original sentence was disproportionate.
• • To request a reduction, suspension or alternative to the original sentence.
• • Only for criminal convictions, not civil judgments.

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

The notice must be lodged within 28 days of the sentencing date unless the Court of Appeal has granted an extension in writing.

Before you submit

• • Case number and court reference entered correctly.
• • Original sentencing judgment attached.
• • All grounds for review clearly listed.
• • Supporting documents (e.g., medical reports) attached.
• • Form signed and dated by applicant or solicitor.
• • Printed on A4 paper, single‑sided, legible.
• • Copy of the completed form retained for records.
• • Postage paid and addressed to the correct Court of Appeal registry.
• • If filing electronically, PDF format and file size under 5 MB.

How to file this form

1. 1Collect the sentencing judgment and any supporting evidence.
2. 2Download or obtain the latest Form No.14 from the Courts Service website.
3. 3Complete the form, checking each field for accuracy.
4. 4Attach the required documents and sign the form.
5. 5Send the package by registered post or submit via the Courts Service e‑filing portal.
6. 6Obtain a receipt or acknowledgement from the registry.

Known limitations

• • Form does not cover appeals against conviction.
• • Only applicable to sentences imposed under the Criminal Justice Act 1993.
• • Electronic filing may not be available at all Court of Appeal locations.
• • No provision for multiple separate grounds; combine them into one paragraph.