The Hon. Attorney General Vs. Madagedera Gayan Chathuranga – CA PHC APN : 75/2016-2018

In the case between The Hon. Attorney General and Madagedera Gayan Chathuranga, the court addressed the issue of the adequacy of the sentence imposed for Grave Sexual Abuse committed against a minor, an offence punishable under section 365B (2) b of the Penal Code. It was held that the original sentence, which imposed a suspended term of imprisonment, was inadequate and failed to meet the mandatory minimum sentence prescribed by law. The principle reaffirmed is that sentencing for grave offences involving children must align with statutory mandates to ensure deterrence and adequate punishment. The decision referenced relevant statutory provisions and judicial precedents, emphasizing that sentences for such offences must reflect the gravity of the conduct and serve the public interest in ma