MAN APPEARS IN COURT OVER FAILURE TO REGISTER AS SEX OFFENDER
David Smallman faced Wigan & Leigh Magistrates Court today, July 23, 2025, for his first appearance on charges related to failing to comply with the sex offenders register.The case, under reference 06LL0396125, concerns allegations that Smallman did not maintain proper notification as required by law.
Smallman was present at the hearing and did not enter a plea.
The court clerk confirmed the case against him and scheduled a future date for a plea and trial preparations.
The magistrates ordered Smallman to stay on bail until the next hearing.
No further details about the allegations were discussed in court.
The hearing was brief, with no outcome given today.
Smallman is expected to return ahead of a possible trial.
The case highlights ongoing enforcement efforts around compliance with sex offender registration laws in the UK.
