Julian V. Roberts

Professor Julian V. Roberts is a distinguished scholar at the University of Oxford's Centre for Criminology, where he conducts research on sentencing practices, victim statements, and criminal justice policy. His work bridges theoretical legal scholarship with practical criminal justice applications, influencing policy discussions across multiple jurisdictions.

Professor Roberts' research interests span several critical areas of criminology:

• Sentencing Practices: Examining proportionality, guidelines, and judicial discretion across different legal systems
• Victim Participation: Analyzing the role and impact of victim personal statements in sentencing processes
• Criminal Justice Policy: Evaluating ethnicity and sentencing outcomes through empirical research
• Technology and Law: Investigating how artificial intelligence can supplement judicial decision-making

His recent publications demonstrate a continued focus on evolving sentencing practices, with particular attention to how technological advancements are reshaping traditional criminal justice processes. Professor Roberts' work often takes a comparative approach, examining practices across England and Wales, Canada, and other common law jurisdictions.

As a supervisor at Oxford, Professor Roberts offers students opportunities to engage with cutting-edge research on criminal justice reform, sentencing practices, and the evolving relationship between technology and legal decision-making, providing valuable preparation for careers in academia, policy development, or criminal justice practice.