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I can't remember how long my partner had his list of charges before the plea. They got the date wrong of the arrest and he asked for it to be changed at the plea but came the day for sentencing and it had not happened. The judge was not happy about it but their hands were tied. It didn't make much difference really. But best to have your partner and hopefully yourself if allowed (I never got involved with the lawyers tbh) and discuss if the charges are inaccurate but I expect they may have to go in as not guilty if that is the case due to believing it is an error. Maybe the lawyer can suggest an alternative charge?

The way the charges are written can be over the top in my opinion depending on what the offender did. My partner has his down as making and distribution, when his offence was sending stuff that was not him and he did not create himself. But they lump it onto one long charge description. I think anyone who doesn't understand how these charges are written will see my partner as someone who took vids and pics as well as send to others (for him he played a catfish or he traded with others.... terrible I know). My point is the charges may be written in a way you and your partner may not see as a true reflection of the crime they have committed. My partner had to ask more questions on the matter and came to realise he would have to plead guilty to all.

Always check the lawyer on their thoughts on whether charges can be contested.



Sending hugs

He may not need to enter a plea at this stage, his solicitor will advise him. I think if it's of a serious enough nature for crown court then the plea can be entered then or the solicitor could ask for it to be adjourned as they have not had time to read the case and advise their client. His solicitor will help him with all of that and advise what to do. I think it comes down to the context of the picture, someone else may know more about images. If he sent the images that does not appear indecent in the context of a sexual conversation, with the aim of a sexual conversation or to gain or give the othe other person sexual gratification then it is likely to be classed as indecent, the helpline will be able to advise on that as I might be wrong. I think it's highly unlikely he would be prosecuted for family pictures, everyone has pics of their kids on the computer. They could be family pics but might be to do with how they have been used. His solicitor will have all the details, if you are able to attend court it might be worth going or having a meeting with his solicitor if you are allowed so you get no shocks and can prepare for what will be heard in court. They are unlikely to change any of the charges now, sometimes people can enter a plea deal (plead guilty to some and the others get dropped), but I dont think that's likely in these type of cases. Press if very hit and miss, some people go through court without reporters there others are unlucky. It's a stressful time but at least you will know soon exactly what hes charged with and why.

Hi JB72

when you say charged with making, from what I've read about this which to the general person is misleading. Making means making a copy like downloading or screenshot. It would a charge of taking if he was to actually take a picture if that makes sense.
Thinking of you, keep strong xx

Hey JB,

Im keeping everything crossed for you that it all gets done and dusted quickly and quietly.

Hope you are coping ok and are taking care of yourself x

Ttkit

Hey JB,

Yes I think we are nearly there but not counting any chickens until they are firmly in the coop.

It's a reliefe but also I'm not getting my hopes up!

How are you and kids doing?

Ttkit