IAN RIMMER, 70, of Llys Newydd, Llanelli, appeared at Llanelli Magistrates’ Court on 3rd September 2024 in relation to multiple breaches of a sexual harm prevention order. Rimmer, who was subject to the order following a ruling by Swansea Crown Court on 3rd May 2023, faces allegations of failing to comply with conditions imposed to prevent future offending.
The court heard that on 26th March 2024, Rimmer, without reasonable excuse, failed to make an internet-enabled Smart TV available for inspection, as required by the sexual harm prevention order. The order, issued under section 345 of the Sentencing Act 2020, mandated Rimmer to provide access to any internet-enabled devices upon request. The failure to do so constitutes a breach of the order under section 354(1) and (4) of the Sentencing Act 2020.
During the hearing, Rimmer indicated a guilty plea for the breach. Magistrates Mrs H Meade, Mr C Jones, and Mr P Casey presided over the session, with James Harris representing the defence and Sian Vaughan prosecuting on behalf of the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) Wales (South West).
Following the plea, the case was committed to Swansea Crown Court for sentencing, which is scheduled to take place on 24th September 2024 at 10:00am. Rimmer has been granted unconditional bail until his sentencing hearing at The Law Courts, St. Helens Road, Swansea. The estimated duration of the sentencing hearing is 30 minutes.
Rimmer’s case also involved a second charge, related to his failure to register an internet-enabled device, also in breach of the sexual harm prevention order. This charge was initially scheduled for trial but was later withdrawn, and the guilty plea vacated.
Rimmer now awaits sentencing at Swansea Crown Court, where he will learn the consequences of his breach under section 14 of the Sentencing Act 2020.
