RECENT cases dealt with by Taunton Magistrates' Courts include.

Rodney Hobson, 69, of Tauntfield Close, Taunton, assault by beating, restraining order, £50 compensation, £20 victim surcharge, £85 costs. (G).

James Parsons, 41, of Franklin Close, Taunton, used threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour, £100 fine, £30 victim surcharge, £85 costs. (G).

(G) denotes guilty plea or admits offence. Details supplied by the courts.