Written question asked by Harry Cohen (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 10 December 1996. It was answered by Lord Blencathra (Conservative) on Tuesday, 10 December 1996 on behalf of the Home Office.

Home Office

Question: How many individuals committed offences which have carried a term of imprisonment of (a) up to six months, (b) between six months and 12 months, (c) between 12 months and 18 months, (d) between 18 months and 24 months and (e) between 24 months and 29 months in the last year for which figures are available; and for (a) to (e) if he will list the relevant rehabilitation period for each category.

Answer: Mr. Cohen: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many individuals committed offences which have carried a term of imprisonment of (a) up to six months, (b) between six months and 12 months, (c) between 12 months and 18 months, (d) between 18 months and 24 months and (e) between 24 months and 29 months in the last year for which figures are available; and for (a) to (e) if he will list the relevant rehabilitation period for each category. [7549] Mr. Maclean: Court proceedings data as requested could be provided only at disproportionate cost. The rehabilitation periods applicable to a conviction are subject to provisions as set out in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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