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PANTER, Perry

Case Reference: 01KF1162426

Case Details

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Reference

01KF1162426

Court

Thames Magistrates' Court - Courtroom 03

Magistrate

Mrs Goodman JP , Ms Kaur JP , District Judge (MC) McIvor , Ms Reynolds JP

Hearing Date

28 September 2026

Time

10am

Hearing Type

Mention - Defendant to Attend

Court Type

Magistrates

Prosecutor

CPS-LN

Case Details

Offence Details: | Burglary other than dwelling - with intent to commit damage

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

Burglary

Entering a building or part of a building as a trespasser with the intent to steal, commit GBH, or do unlawful damage; or entering and actually stealing or committing GBH.

Sentencing: Triable either way. Domestic burglary (entering someone's home) is treated very seriously and carries a maximum of 14 years in prison. Commercial burglary carries a maximum of 10 years.
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.

Entering a building or part of a building as a trespasser with the intent to steal, commit GBH, or do unlawful damage; or entering and actually stealing or committing GBH.

Triable either way. Domestic burglary (entering someone's home) is treated very seriously and carries a maximum of 14 years in prison. Commercial burglary carries a maximum of 10 years.

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