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Case Reference: Engage in sexual communication with a child Offender 18 or over cause / incite a girl 13 to 15 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration - SOA 2003 Cause / incite a girl under 13 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration Engage in sexual communication with a child Offender 18 or over cause a child under 13 to watch / look at an image of sexual activity - SOA 2003 Offender 18 or over cause / incite a girl 13 to 15 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration - SOA 2003 Engage in sexual communication with a child Cause / incite a girl 13 to 15 to engage in sexual activity - offender 18 or over - penetration Engage in sexual communication with a child Offender 18 or over cause / incite a girl 13 to 15 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration - SOA 2003 Engage in sexual communication with a child Cause / incite a girl under 13 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration Engage in sexual communication with a child Offender 18 or over cause a child under 13 to watch / look at an image of sexual activity - SOA 2003 Cause / incite a girl under 13 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration Engage in sexual communication with a child Offender 18 or over cause a child under 13 to watch / look at an image of sexual activity - SOA 2003 Cause / incite a girl under 13 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration Offender 18 or over cause / incite a girl 13 to 15 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration - SOA 2003 Engage in sexual communication with a child Engage in sexual communication with a child Offender 18 or over cause a child under 13 to watch / look at an image of sexual activity - SOA 2003 Engage in sexual communication with a child Offender 18 or over cause / incite a girl 13 to 15 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration - SOA 2003 Engage in sexual communication with a child Engage in sexual communication with a child Engage in sexual communication with a child Cause / incite a girl under 13 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration Engage in sexual communication with a child Cause / incite a girl under 13 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration Engage in sexual communication with a child Offender 18 or over cause / incite a girl 13 to 15 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration - SOA 2003 Engage in sexual communication with a child Engage in sexual communication with a child Engage in sexual communication with a child Engage in sexual communication with a child Engage in sexual communication with a child Engage in sexual communication with a child Cause / incite a girl under 13 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration Engage in sexual communication with a child Possess indecent photograph / pseudo-photograph of a child Make indecent photograph / pseudo-photograph of a child Make indecent photograph / pseudo-photograph of a child Make indecent photograph / pseudo-photograph of a child Take an indecent photograph / pseudo-photograph of a child Take an indecent photograph / pseudo-photograph of a child Take an indecent photograph / pseudo-photograph of a child Cause / incite a girl under 13 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration

Case Details

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Reference

Engage in sexual communication with a child Offender 18 or over cause / incite a girl 13 to 15 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration - SOA 2003 Cause / incite a girl under 13 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration Engage in sexual communication with a child Offender 18 or over cause a child under 13 to watch / look at an image of sexual activity - SOA 2003 Offender 18 or over cause / incite a girl 13 to 15 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration - SOA 2003 Engage in sexual communication with a child Cause / incite a girl 13 to 15 to engage in sexual activity - offender 18 or over - penetration Engage in sexual communication with a child Offender 18 or over cause / incite a girl 13 to 15 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration - SOA 2003 Engage in sexual communication with a child Cause / incite a girl under 13 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration Engage in sexual communication with a child Offender 18 or over cause a child under 13 to watch / look at an image of sexual activity - SOA 2003 Cause / incite a girl under 13 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration Engage in sexual communication with a child Offender 18 or over cause a child under 13 to watch / look at an image of sexual activity - SOA 2003 Cause / incite a girl under 13 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration Offender 18 or over cause / incite a girl 13 to 15 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration - SOA 2003 Engage in sexual communication with a child Engage in sexual communication with a child Offender 18 or over cause a child under 13 to watch / look at an image of sexual activity - SOA 2003 Engage in sexual communication with a child Offender 18 or over cause / incite a girl 13 to 15 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration - SOA 2003 Engage in sexual communication with a child Engage in sexual communication with a child Engage in sexual communication with a child Cause / incite a girl under 13 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration Engage in sexual communication with a child Cause / incite a girl under 13 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration Engage in sexual communication with a child Offender 18 or over cause / incite a girl 13 to 15 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration - SOA 2003 Engage in sexual communication with a child Engage in sexual communication with a child Engage in sexual communication with a child Engage in sexual communication with a child Engage in sexual communication with a child Engage in sexual communication with a child Cause / incite a girl under 13 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration Engage in sexual communication with a child Possess indecent photograph / pseudo-photograph of a child Make indecent photograph / pseudo-photograph of a child Make indecent photograph / pseudo-photograph of a child Make indecent photograph / pseudo-photograph of a child Take an indecent photograph / pseudo-photograph of a child Take an indecent photograph / pseudo-photograph of a child Take an indecent photograph / pseudo-photograph of a child Cause / incite a girl under 13 to engage in sexual activity - no penetration

Court

Crewe Magistrates, County Court and Family Court - Courtroom 01

Magistrate

Mrs Giles JP , Mrs Hurley JP , Mr Kallar JP , Mr Stewart JP , Mrs Zemmel JP

Hearing Date

11 August 2026

Time

Offence Details:

Hearing Type

Court Type

Magistrates

Prosecutor

N/A

Case Details

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Next Steps at this First Hearing / First Appearance

At the first hearing (usually in the Magistrates' Court), the charges are formally read. The defendant is asked to enter a plea. If pleading guilty, sentencing can sometimes happen immediately or be adjourned. If pleading not guilty, the court will make directions to manage the case or transfer it to the Crown Court for trial.

Court Jurisdiction: Magistrates' Court - Magistrates' Courts handle virtually all summary offences (minor offences) and start the proceedings for serious offences. They are presided over by three volunteer Magistrates (advised by a legal advisor) or a single qualified District Judge. They do not have a jury.

General Case Information

This listing represents public court record proceedings for . The legal proceedings will occur at Crewe Magistrates, County Court and Family Court - Courtroom 01. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Source: HMCTS Public Court Lists.
Disclaimer: The legal definitions and sentencing guidelines above are for general educational purposes under English Law and do not constitute formal legal representation or advice. If you are facing criminal prosecution, consult a qualified criminal defense solicitor immediately.

Case FAQs & Procedure Guide

Yes, it is highly recommended. Legal representation ensures your rights are protected, especially when entering a plea or applying for bail. A duty solicitor is usually available at court for eligible defendants.

Pleading guilty at the earliest opportunity typically entitles you to a sentence reduction (up to one-third off the penalty). The court may sentence you immediately or adjourn to obtain a pre-sentence report.

The case will be adjourned, and a trial date will be set. The court will determine issues such as bail, witness requirements, and evidence submission deadlines.

For a single summary/either-way offence, magistrates can sentence a defendant to a maximum of 6 months in prison (or up to 12 months for multiple either-way offences), alongside unlimited fines and community orders.

Magistrates are trained volunteers from the local community who sit in panels of three. A District Judge is a qualified legal professional who sits alone. Both have the same sentencing powers.

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