# Case (Life sentence replaced by hospital order). R v Miller \[2021\] EWCA Crim 1955

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**Created:** [16 March 2023 21:04 UTC](https://forum.mentalhealthlaw.co.uk/t/case-life-sentence-replaced-by-hospital-order-r-v-miller-2021-ewca-crim-1955/1532 "2023-03-16T21:04:07Z")\
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— (1) The Court of Appeal quashed a life sentence and substituted a restricted hospital order, believing that this would better protect the public. (2) It is misconceived to submit tribunal decisions as fresh evidence in criminal appeals.

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