# Sentencing Act 2020, Section 401: Meaning of “sentence”


In this Code, except where otherwise provided, “sentence”, in relation to an offence, includes any order made by a court when dealing with the offender in respect of the offence, and “sentencing” is to be construed accordingly.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2020/17/section/401 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/sentencing-act-2020/section-401
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