Written question asked by James Clappison (Conservative), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 30 July 1997. It was answered by Alun Michael (Labour) on Wednesday, 30 July 1997 on behalf of the Home Office.

Home Office

Question: What is the average sentence for an offender aged over 18 years on a first conviction for a domestic burglary offence; how many offenders aged over 18 years on a third conviction, or on a conviction after three or more previous convictions, for an offence of domestic burglary received a non-custodial sentence; and what is the average sentence for an offender aged over 18 years on a third convictions, or on a conviction after three or more previous convictions, for an offence of domestic burglarly according to the most recent figures available.

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