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Communications· CA 2003
Section 127 — Improper use of public electronic communications network
Offence to send, by means of a public electronic communications network, a message that is grossly offensive, indecent, obscene or of a menacing character; or to persistently use such a network for the purpose of causing annoyance, inconvenience or needless anxiety.
Penalty reference
- Mode of trial
- Summary
- Maximum penalty
- 6 months / unlimited fine.
- Out-of-court eligibility
- ✓ CR✓ Caution✕ Cond. Caution
Note: High Article 10 threshold — CPS charging guidance applies. 6-month limitation runs from when prosecutor had sufficient evidence (max 3 yrs from offence).
Triage the circumstances
Quick answers — the engine applies the College/CPS hard rules.
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