MAN FACES COURT OVER FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SEX OFFENDERS REGISTER REQUIREMENTS
Michael Hocking appeared at Stockport Magistrates Court on October 2, 2025, for his first hearing.The 2023 case relates to allegations of failing to comply with notification requirements under the Sexual Offences Act 2003.
Hocking, whose age was not disclosed in court, did not enter a plea and was remanded in custody until a future hearing.
The charges allege that he did not provide the necessary information to authorities as required by law.
The case is listed under reference 06JJ0204925.
Hocking will return to court for a preliminary hearing scheduled for next month.
The court confirmed that no further details of the allegations or his previous convictions, if any, are available at this stage.
The matter will continue to be monitored as proceedings progress.
Hocking’s appearance marks the start of legal proceedings related to his alleged failure to adhere to statutory notification rules.
Further updates will be issued as the case develops.
