Here are 12 people jailed or given suspended sentences for offences in and around South Tyneside during the month.
They all appeared at Newcastle Crown Court unless otherwise stated.
9. Michael Raine
Raine, 35, of Grace House, Percy Main, North Tyneside, admitted having bladed articles and jailed for a total of 23 months Photo: NOP
10. James Bingham
Bingham, 45, of Woodbine Street, South Shields admitted three offences of shoplifting at South Tyneside Magistrates Court and was handed a 20-week prison term Photo: NOP
11. Jean Pierre Parracho
Parracho, 24, of Prendwick Court in Hebburn, was given a 21-month jail term, suspended for 18 months, for two counts of being concerned in supplying cocaine Photo: NOP
12. Robbie Smallwood
Smallwood, 30, of The Lonnen, South Shields, admitted unlawful wounding and was sentenced to 12 months imprisonment, suspended for two years, with rehabilitation and alcohol monitoring requirements Photo: NOP