MAN APPEARS IN COURT OVER BREACH OF COURT ORDER
Steven Howse appeared at Swindon Magistrates Court on 10 September 2025 for his first hearing.He was charged with breaching a Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) and an interim SHPO, according to court records.
The court heard Howse faced allegations related to ignoring measures put in place to protect individuals.
The case was listed under reference 54DD0474924.
As it was an initial appearance, no plea was entered, and further dates are likely.
Howse is yet to enter a plea, and the case has been adjourned for a future hearing.
The court continues to monitor the situation ahead of any potential trial.
Magistrates' Court proceedings are typically straightforward for initial hearings like this, focusing on case management and bail status.
The exact nature of the breaches was not detailed in court.
The case remains under judicial review, with more hearings expected to clarify the circumstances surrounding the alleged breaches.
Further details are set to be confirmed in upcoming court sessions.