STUART JACK MILLAR FROM BRIDGE OF ALLAN ESCAPES JAIL DESPITE POSSESSING OVER 40,000 CHILD INDECENT IMAGES IN STIRLING

A young man from Bridge of Allan, Stuart Jack Millar, narrowly avoided imprisonment after admitting to possessing an enormous collection of indecent images of children. The authorities uncovered that Millar, aged 21, had in his possession more than 40,000 such images, including hundreds of videos depicting minors. Among these, over 300 images were classified as Category A, which is recognized as the most severe and disturbing level of offensive content.

The offenses took place at a residence in Bridge of Allan over a period spanning from December 18, 2015, to September 12, 2016. The case came before Stirling Sheriff Court, where Millar appeared in April. At that time, the court decided to postpone sentencing to allow for the preparation of detailed reports. The case was scheduled for a hearing this week, during which Sheriff Wyllie Robertson presided.

On Wednesday morning, Sheriff Robertson, citing 'considerable hesitation,' chose not to impose a custodial sentence. Instead, he opted for a sentence that combined supervision with community service, reflecting a nuanced approach given the circumstances. The sheriff acknowledged the gravity of the offense but also considered Millar’s lack of prior convictions and his efforts toward rehabilitation.

Ken Dalling, representing Millar, emphasized the seriousness of the offense but highlighted that the young man had no previous criminal record. Dalling stated, “This is a serious offense committed over a lengthy period. Some images are of the most serious category.” He further added, “But this young man has no previous convictions, and I suggest that nothing could be gained by incarcerating him. He has taken steps to seek help and aims to complete his rehabilitation and move forward in life.”

In light of these factors, Sheriff Robertson imposed a sentence that included three years of supervision, with strict conditions. These conditions prohibit Millar from contacting children under the age of 17 or accessing electronic devices without prior approval. Additionally, he was ordered to complete 300 hours of unpaid community service within three months. This sentence was handed down as a direct alternative to imprisonment, reflecting a balance between punishment and the potential for rehabilitation.

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