Kinloch Solicitors Sexual Offences Court Case

Client Faced Charges of Sexual Offences Allegedly Committed whilst in Prison

Kinloch Solicitors in Glasgow represented a client who was facing charges of having committed sexual offences whilst in HMP Barlinnie prison.

Mr Kinloch from David Kinloch & Co Solicitors in Glasgow represented the client who was facing allegations of sexual assault on inmates and prison staff whilst on remand at HMP Barlinnie.

7 out of 9 Charges Handled by Mr Kinloch

Client Charged with Smiling at Prison Officers

The client was charged with touching the and of prison officers and touching the bottom of inmates. The client was charged with 3 sexual assaults by touching the bottoms of inmates and 6 charges of breach of the peace by smiling and winking at prison officers.

Breach of the Peace by Smiling

A conviction under these sections would have resulted in our client receiving a custodial sentence. He has mental health difficulties, and we took great care and consideration in representing him and his case.

The Outcome of the Case

What was Agreed

After legal submissions were made, 7 out of the 9 charges were dismissed and the other 2 charges were allowed to proceed. The Sheriff convicted the client of fairly minor matters and gave a disposal which did not affect the client. The client was delighted with this outcome.

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