Sentence
John Knowles
John Knowles (aged 86) was sentenced at Norwich Crown Court on 9 December 2025 to 3 Years 9 Months for Indecent assault on a male. The offences, what the court heard and the sentence passed.
- Court
- Norwich Crown Court
- Sentenced
- 9 December 2025
- Sentence
- 3 Years 9 Months
- Judge
- His Honour Judge Shaw
- Convicted on
- Guilty Plea
The offence
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| Indecent assault on a male | Custodial immediate; Sex Offender Notification Requirements |
What the court heard
He pleaded guilty to indecent assault on a male child in Norfolk between the 1970s and 1980s.
Aggravating and mitigating factors
Abuse of trust / Position of power