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MCNEILL, JAMES

Case Reference: 10U60081224

Case Details

Reference

10U60081224

Court

Newcastle upon Tyne Crown Court and Magistrates' Court - Courtroom 17

Magistrate

Mr Hierons JP , Mr Hierons JP , Mr Kelly JP , Mr Pollard JP

Hearing Date

19 May 2026

Time

10am

Hearing Type

Mention

Court Type

Magistrates

Prosecutor

NUMPF

Case Details

Offence Details: | Possess with intent to supply a controlled drug of Class A - Other Possess with intent to supply a controlled drug of Class C - Other Possess with intent to supply a controlled drug of Class B - other Concerned in the supply of a class A drug - other Possess with intent to supply a controlled drug of Class B - Cannabis Possess with intent to supply a controlled drug of Class C - Other Concerned in supply of cocaine Concerned in the supply of a controlled drug of Class B - cannabis Concerned in the supply of class B drug - other Concerned in the supply of class C drug - other Concerned in the supply of class C drug - other

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

Possession with Intent to Supply / Drug Trafficking

Possessing illegal drugs with the intention of selling, sharing, or distributing them to others, or being actively involved in drug production/importation.

Sentencing: Extremely serious offences, almost always sent to the Crown Court. Class A supply can carry up to life imprisonment. Class B and C supply carry up to 14 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.

Possessing illegal drugs with the intention of selling, sharing, or distributing them to others, or being actively involved in drug production/importation.

Extremely serious offences, almost always sent to the Crown Court. Class A supply can carry up to life imprisonment. Class B and C supply carry up to 14 years imprisonment.

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