Chester Magistrates' Court Sentencing Results

Explore 60 verdicts at Chester Magistrates' Court (Chester, Chester). Updated with the latest court outcomes.

June 2024 4 cases

Aidan Callaghin

Dangerous Driving *

Sentence

2 years imprisonment, suspended for 3 years, 300 hours of unpaid work, and 2 years supervision

Aidan Callaghin led police on two high-speed chases, reaching speeds over 100mph on the A50 in Knutsford and Lymm. The first pursuit began on May 31, 2024, when he failed to stop for police on Tabley Road, accelerating in a silver Vauxhall Astra and overtaking vehicles while disregarding speed limits and solid white lines. He continued through residential areas, and the chase ended when his vehicle crashed into a police vehicle. A second incident occurred on June 1, 2024, where he again failed to stop, driving at excessive speeds, including 89mph in a 30mph area, until stopped by police tactics.

Pleaded guilty to two charges of dangerous driving and other traffic offences. Magistrates noted the offences are so serious that only a custodial sentence can be justified, due to two counts of dangerous driving resulting in a collision with a police vehicle. He was also ordered to pay £85 costs and a £187 victim surcharge.

30 Jun 2024

Ian James Mcintyre

Shoplifting *

Sentence

18 weeks imprisonment

Ian James McIntyre, a prolific shoplifter with no fixed abode in Crewe, targeted stores across Nantwich, Shavington, and Crewe, leading to his breach of a Criminal Behaviour Order.

Breached his Criminal Behaviour Order.

13 Jun 2024

Carl Edwards

Recklessly causing a public nuisance *

Sentence

6 months imprisonment, suspended for 12 months, 20 hours rehabilitation activity, £85 costs, and £154 victim surcharge

Carl Edwards initiated a six-hour stand-off with police outside the Portal in Ellesmere Port on March 17, 2024. He called 999, identifying himself and stating his intent to set himself on fire using a jerrycan of petrol and a lighter inside a white Vauxhall Insignia parked to block a car park on Wellington Road. He was protesting the Department for Work and Pensions removing his benefits and had additional items in the car, including other lighters, a box of matches, and a baseball bat. This caused the evacuation of the Portal, considerable disruption, and endangered emergency workers due to petrol vapours.

Pleaded guilty to the offences. Was in a mental health crisis, expressed genuine remorse, and has a light criminal record with three historical convictions. The court noted the seriousness of the incident but acknowledged he is now seeking help.

10 Jun 2024

Jonathan Hughes

Driving while disqualified *

Sentence

Extended driving ban until September 2026, fined £120, costs of £85, and victim surcharge of £48

Jonathan Hughes drove a car on April 30, 2024, while disqualified from driving until July 2026 and without insurance. He was spotted by police on Rossmore Road and Westminster Road, attempted to switch seats with the passenger upon being stopped, and gave a 'no comment' interview. At the time, he was helping a pregnant friend transport a second-hand washing machine.

Had 39 previous convictions including significant vehicle offences. Was recalled to prison and served four weeks. Defence stated he was helping a pregnant friend and drove a short distance foolishly.

6 Jun 2024

May 2024 1 case

Harry Newton-Jones

Drink-driving and drug-driving *

Sentence

4 months driving disqualification, £600 fine, £240 victim surcharge, and £85 costs

Harry Newton-Jones was found in the back of his broken-down vehicle on the A55 in Chester on February 22, 2024, with a breath alcohol reading of 83mcg per 100ml, more than twice the legal limit, and drugs in his system (cocaine at 25mcg per 100ml of blood and cannabis at 3.4mcg). Police also discovered six white bags of powder on his person. He had recently split from his partner, which led to his actions, and he works in construction seeking a promotion.

Pleaded guilty to all charges. Defendant is remorseful, has been drink and drugs free since the incident, and was described as a 'complete idiot' by his defence. Judge noted it was a serious offence requiring punishment to balance remorse and the threshold for disqualification.

27 May 2024

September 2023 2 cases

Faye Rochford

Possession of a custody dog *

Sentence

£40 fine and £500 kennel fees

On September 11, 2023, Cheshire Police officers were called to Faye Rochford's property in Ellesmere Port due to reports of an XL-Bully dog living there. The dog, named Luna, was being walked without a muzzle and was unneutered. Rochford struggled to put a harness on Luna in the back garden and admitted the dog was hard to train and control. Luna was later assessed by a police expert as wary but not aggressive, eventually showing a friendly nature. Defence clarified Luna is a pitbull terrier, a banned breed, though Rochford had registered her as a Staffordshire Bull Terrier unaware of the ban.

Pleaded guilty to possession of a custody dog. Contingency destruction order granted for dog Luna, giving two months to register her legally. £16 surcharge. No costs.

15 Sep 2023

Matthew Hill

Drink-driving *

Sentence

Fined £500, £200 surcharge, £85 costs, and banned for 12 months

On August 17, Matthew Hill was driving at speed on the A55, weaving through traffic, and made a last-minute manoeuvre to exit the road. He was pulled over by police, who found him over the legal alcohol limit with a breath test reading of 57mcg per 100ml of breath. He was arrested and has no prior convictions.

Pleaded guilty to driving above the legal limit. No previous convictions. Described as a poor decision by his lawyer. The ban can be reduced by a quarter if he completes a drink-driving rehabilitation course by September 2026.

9 Sep 2023

August 2023 2 cases

Saman Kaderi

Possession of illegal cigarettes *

Sentence

Fined £107, victim surcharge £42.80, and costs £817, totaling £966.80

On June 14, 2023, officers from Cheshire West Trading Standards and Cheshire Police inspected Kubus Mini Market at 20 Frodsham Street, Chester, where they discovered illegal cigarettes concealed behind a fob-activated shutter. The products included cigarettes without required health warnings and counterfeit items. This followed a test purchase that raised suspicions due to the low price of £5 for a pack of cigarettes.

As the director of SamK Foods Limited, which was also fined £6,600 for related offences. Councillor Stuart Bingham highlighted the risks of illegal tobacco to health and communities.

20 Aug 2023

Benjamin Jones

Assault by beating *

Sentence

Fined £586, costs of £85, surcharge of £234, and £50 compensation to victim

On July 26, 2023, Benjamin Jones, while drunk in the Red Door bar in St John Street, Chester, touched the head of a victim who has alopecia, leading to a confrontation. Door staff intervened, and outside the bar, Jones pushed the victim in the face, causing him to fall onto his partner and the floor, resulting in swelling. Jones was also abusive to police when they arrived, leading to his arrest.

Pleaded guilty to assault by beating and being drunk and disorderly. The chairman noted that the defendant's behaviour was wrong due to the victim's medical condition and self-consciousness.

15 Aug 2023

November 2014 1 case

John Bloor

Possession of a fake firearm *

Sentence

two-year conditional discharge

John Bloor, 49, of Parkfield Road, Northwich, was in possession of a fake firearm (BB gun) in the area around his home on Friday, September 19. He was arrested by armed police following reports of a man on a bike with a black gun. The arrest was a response to protect the community from potential harm.

No further action for possession of a fake firearm. If reoffends within two years, can be sentenced for original offence plus new one. Arrested by armed police in response to reports of a man on a bike with a black gun, which was a BB gun.

19 Nov 2014

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Chester Magistrates' Court, located in Chester, Chester, is a Magistrates' Court that deals with summary offences, some either-way offences, and preliminary hearings for more serious cases. With 60 sentencing records in our database, it serves the Chester, Chester area and surrounding communities. Magistrates' Courts handle the majority of criminal cases in England and Wales, with cases heard by a bench of magistrates or a district judge.

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