Solicitor Representation at the Magistrates' Court

Speeding, driving without insurance, using a mobile phone, failure to stop/report, driving without due care, inconsiderate or careless driving.

Affray, drunk & disorderly conduct, threatening, abusive or insulting behaviour, inciting religious or racial hatred, obstructing emergency workers, some violent disorder cases.

Shoplifting low-value goods – generally under £200, theft from the person e.g. stealing from somebody’s coat or bag (not involving violence), theft from a motor vehicle, making off without payment from restaurants or petrol stations, handling stolen goods, receiving or dealing with items known to be stolen, often linked to shoplifting.

Threats of violence, making the victim fear immediate violence, even if no touch occurs. Minor physical contact such as shoving, slapping, spitting, or pulling someone’s hair. Failed attacks, throwing a punch that misses its target. Causing minor injury – actions that result in minor bruises, scratches, or pain (often charged as Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm (ABH) if more than trifling, but common assault covers lesser impacts).