Court Index

Offence

Arrest by a constable for breaking / likely to break bail conditions - duty to surrender into the custody of a court

How often this offence appears in the published court listings for England and Wales, which courts list it most and where to read the official sentencing guideline.

Hearings listed
3,535
Upcoming hearings
51
Next listed date
Mon, 26 October 2026
Courts listing it
137
Heard in
Magistrates' Court (3,535)
Official offence code
BA76005
The law
Contrary to section 7(3)(b), (4) and (5) of the Bail Act 1976.
Where it can be tried
Magistrates' court only
Can lead to prison
No