Offence

Holder of a public office wilfully neglected to perform duty / wilfully misconducted himself / herself

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

22

Upcoming hearings

1

Next listed date

Mon, 26 October 2026

Courts listing it

20

Heard in

Magistrates' Court (22)

Official offence code

COML056

The law

Contrary to Common Law.

Where it can be tried

Crown Court only

Can lead to prison

Yes

Typical prison term in recorded cases

9 months to 1 year 10 months (80 cases)