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BARRETT, Richard

Case Reference: 01FH1244325

Case Details

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Reference

01FH1244325

Court

Highbury Corner Magistrates' Court - Courtroom 11

Magistrate

Mrs Barron JP , Dr Dunne JP , District Judge (MC) Gill , Ms Norris JP

Hearing Date

19 August 2026

Time

2pm

Hearing Type

Further Case Management

Court Type

Magistrates

Prosecutor

CPS-LS

Case Details

Offence Details: | Possess with intent to supply a controlled drug of Class A - Heroin Concerned in supply of heroin Acquire / use / possess criminal property Arrange or facilitate travel of another person with a view to exploitation Possess with intent to supply a controlled drug of Class A - Crack Cocaine Concerned in the supply of crack cocaine Reporting Restrictions: | Press/Publication restrictions apply to this case

Next Steps at this Mention / Case Management / Directions

A mention hearing is scheduled to deal with administrative or legal issues that arise before a trial. This includes discussing outstanding evidence, resolve disclosure disputes, review witness availability, or address bail conditions. The defendant may or may not need to attend, depending on court directions.

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.

UK Offence & Sentencing Guidelines

Possession with Intent to Supply / Drug Trafficking

Possessing illegal drugs with the intention of selling, sharing, or distributing them to others, or being actively involved in drug production/importation.

Sentencing: Extremely serious offences, almost always sent to the Crown Court. Class A supply can carry up to life imprisonment. Class B and C supply carry up to 14 years imprisonment.
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

Mention hearings are used to keep the case on track. They ensure both the prosecution and defense are complying with court timetables, preventing unnecessary delays on the trial day.

In some instances, if the defendant is represented by a solicitor or barrister, the court may excuse their personal attendance for purely administrative mention hearings. You must confirm this with your legal representative.

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.

Possessing illegal drugs with the intention of selling, sharing, or distributing them to others, or being actively involved in drug production/importation.

Extremely serious offences, almost always sent to the Crown Court. Class A supply can carry up to life imprisonment. Class B and C supply carry up to 14 years imprisonment.

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