Case Details
Reference
62WN0465126
Court
Swansea Magistrates' Court - Courtroom 03
Magistrate
Mr Burge JP , Mrs James JP , Miss Kendrick JP , Mrs Roberts JP
Hearing Date
13 November 2026
Time
10am
Hearing Type
First hearing
Court Type
Magistrates
Prosecutor
Case Details
Offence Details: | Assault a constable in the execution of his / her duty
UK Offence & Sentencing Guidelines
Common assault is committed when a person intentionally or recklessly causes another to apprehend immediate, unlawful violence. Battery is the actual application of unlawful force. No physical injury needs to occur.
Sentencing: Usually dealt with in the Magistrates' Court. Maximum penalty is 6 months imprisonment, a community order, or a fine. If racially or religiously aggravated, it can be sent to the Crown Court with higher maximum penalties.
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