STEVEN WHITESIDE FROM DREGHORN FINED AT KILMARNOCK SHERIFF COURT FOR SEXUAL OFFENDERS ACT NON-COMPLIANCE

In a recent case heard at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court, Steven Whiteside, a 50-year-old resident of Millbank Row in Dreghorn, faced legal consequences for failing to adhere to the strict notification requirements mandated by the Sexual Offenders Act. The incident dates back to a period between September 3 and September 8 of the previous year, during which Whiteside did not fulfill his legal obligation to update authorities about his status as a registered sex offender.

Whiteside appeared before the court last week, where he entered a guilty plea to the charge of non-compliance. The court found that he had neglected to complete his annual notification at Irvine Police Station, a requirement that is crucial for monitoring and managing individuals convicted of sexual offenses. This failure was deemed to be without any reasonable excuse, highlighting a breach of the legal responsibilities imposed on registered offenders.

As a consequence of his actions, the court ordered Whiteside to pay a fine of £259. The payment was structured to be made in installments of £20 every two weeks, ensuring that the financial penalty was manageable while emphasizing the seriousness of his breach of the law.

This case underscores the importance of compliance with the Sexual Offenders Act and the ongoing efforts by law enforcement agencies to ensure that registered offenders adhere to their legal obligations. Failure to do so not only results in legal penalties but also poses potential risks to community safety, which authorities are committed to preventing.