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Case Reference: 46XY1177426

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Reference

46XY1177426

Court

Medway (Chatham) Magistrates' Court and Family Court - Courtroom 06

Magistrate

District Judge (MC) Luxford

Hearing Date

17 September 2026

Time

12pm

Hearing Type

Further Case Management

Court Type

Magistrates

Prosecutor

CPS-SE

Case Details

Offence Details: | Fraudulently alter a registration mark / registration document Drive a mechanically propelled vehicle on a road / in a public place without due care and attention Use a motor vehicle on a road / public place without third party insurance Use a motor vehicle on a road / public place without third party insurance Drive a motor vehicle otherwise than in accordance with a licence - endorsable offence Drive a motor vehicle dangerously Obstruct / resist a constable in execution of duty Drive a motor vehicle otherwise than in accordance with a licence - endorsable offence Handle stolen goods 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

Theft / Shoplifting

Theft is the dishonest appropriation of property belonging to another with the intention of permanently depriving them of it (Theft Act 1968). Shoplifting is a common form of theft from retail premises.

Sentencing: Triable either way. Low-value shoplifting (under £200) is prosecuted as a summary offence in the Magistrates' Court. General theft carries a maximum of 7 years imprisonment in the Crown Court, though low-level offences usually result in fines, discharges, or community service.
Fraud / Deception

Dishonestly making a false representation, failing to disclose information where there is a legal duty to do so, or abusing a position, with intent to make a gain or cause a loss (Fraud Act 2006).

Sentencing: Triable either way. Minor frauds are handled in the Magistrates' Court. Serious corporate or systematic fraud goes to the Crown Court and carries a statutory maximum of 10 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.

Theft is the dishonest appropriation of property belonging to another with the intention of permanently depriving them of it (Theft Act 1968). Shoplifting is a common form of theft from retail premises.

Triable either way. Low-value shoplifting (under £200) is prosecuted as a summary offence in the Magistrates' Court. General theft carries a maximum of 7 years imprisonment in the Crown Court, though low-level offences usually result in fines, discharges, or community service.

Dishonestly making a false representation, failing to disclose information where there is a legal duty to do so, or abusing a position, with intent to make a gain or cause a loss (Fraud Act 2006).

Triable either way. Minor frauds are handled in the Magistrates' Court. Serious corporate or systematic fraud goes to the Crown Court and carries a statutory maximum of 10 years imprisonment.

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