Here are 11 people jailed or given suspended sentences for offences in and around South Tyneside last month.
All pleaded guilty at Newcastle Crown Court, unless otherwise stated.
5. Joseph Johnson
Johnson, 25,of Marske Grove, Darlington, was charged with several offences, including causing grievous bodily harm with intent, making threats to kill and possession of a firearm, after being traced to an address in South Shields. He initially admitted the firearms offences but denied causing GBH and making threats to kill but eventually pleaded guilty to the facts and was jailed for seven years and three months at Teesside Crown Court Photo: NOP
6. Joseph Robinson
Robinson, 36, of Bonsall Court, South Shields, admitted dangerous driving, having no insurance and driving with excess alcohol. Judge Amanda Rippon sentenced him to 10 months behind bars with a 41-month road ban Photo: NOP
7. Mark Swinhoe
Swinhoe, 28, of Hayton Close, Sunderland, pleaded guilty to dangerous driving, no insurance, and driving without a licence and was sentenced to six months imprisonment, suspended for a year. He must also complete 100 hours of unpaid work and 32 rehabilitation days and was banned from driving for 18 months and must pass an extended test Photo: NOP
8. Samuel Field
Field, 29, now of Bishop Auckland, County Durham, pleaded guilty to possession of an imitation firearm with intent to cause violence and common assault. Judge Sarah Mallet sentenced him to 14 months behind bars, suspended for 21 months, and ordered him to complete 25 rehabilitation days, pay a £100 fine, and pay a total of £100 in compensation Photo: NOP