Offence

Possess / have custody of a fighting dog

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

291

Upcoming hearings

1

Next listed date

Mon, 26 October 2026

Courts listing it

82

Heard in

Magistrates' Court (291)

Sentencing guideline

Possession of a prohibited dog/ Breeding, selling, exchanging or advertising a prohibited dog

Official offence code

DD91013

The law

Contrary to section 1(3) and (7) of the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991.

Where it can be tried

Magistrates' court only

Can lead to prison

Yes