Offences of dishonesty, such as burglary, theft and fraud, are probably the most common offences that come before the court and can be dealt with by way of a fine or a conditional discharge for more minor offences to substantial periods of imprisonment for the more serious and complex offences.

Burglary of any description is usually considered to be serious more so if it involves burglary of an occupied house and this sort of offence usually ends up being dealt with at the Crown Court.

Persistent burglars will face stiff custodial sentences in particular under the “three strikes” rule, anyone convicted of a third burglary of a dwelling will face an automatic Crown Court sentence of three years.

Anyone who is accused of burglary or knows of a family member or friend facing a burglary charge please feel free to get in touch for a swift and professional service.

Theft offences are usually dealt with at the Magistrates Court by way of sentences that range from fines or conditional discharges to community-based penalties. Custody for those who are classed as persistent offenders cannot be ruled out.

Fraud cases can range from simple unsophisticated incidents to more complex matters involving substantial sums of money. It is always worth discussing the individual circumstances of any particular case with a qualified lawyer if you are involved in court proceedings for offences of this nature.