Here are 15 people jailed for offences in and around South Tyneside during January and February.
They all appeared at Newcastle Crown Court unless otherwise stated.
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5. Mark Elliot
Elliot, 33, of Broughton Road, South Shields, admitted arson and arson being reckless as to whether life endangered and was sentenced to a total of 45 months behind bars Photo: NOP
6. Thomas and James Lee
Thomas Lee, 21, of no fixed address and James Lee, 27, of Henry Nelson Street, South Shields, were found guilty of attempted murder of Emma Robinson and attempting to wound with intent. James Lee had admitted an unrelated child cruelty charge and dangerous driving and was convicted of possessing ammunition when prohibited. Judge Penny Moreland sentenced the pair to 24 years each behind bars. Thomas Lee was given an additional four year extended licence period "for the protection of the public" after being branded a dangerous offender. Photo: NOP
7. Dale Cole
Cole, 65, of Melbourne Gardens, South Shields, was found guilty of three charges of indecency with a child and one of attempted buggery after a trial. He was jailed for 13 years and must sign the sex offenders register and abide by a sexual harm prevention order for life Photo: JPI
8. Stephen Nelson
Nelson, 19, formally of Dock Street, South Shields, pleaded guilty to affray, unlawful wounding, robbery and possession of a bladed article and was sentenced Nelson to three-and-a-half years imprisonment Photo: NOP