Summary
Charles Brohiri, a man accused of dodging train fares over 100 times, had his sentencing postponed because of concerns about the legal process. A judge delayed the case until December to examine if a lay prosecutor, someone not legally qualified, was improperly used to start the legal proceedings. Brohiri has been charged with fare evasion by Govia Thameslink, a train company.
Key Facts
- Charles Brohiri has been caught without a train ticket 113 times.
- He owes over £30,000 in penalty fares.
- Brohiri has committed 30 more offences since his last court appearance in May.
- A judge delayed his sentencing to investigate if a lay prosecutor was used.
- Using lay prosecutors in fare evasion cases is considered a legal issue.
- The Department for Transport warned rail firms against using lay prosecutors.
- Brohiri is ordered not to ride Govia Thameslink trains until his next court date.
- Brohiri's next court appearance is scheduled for December 16.
