RECENT cases dealt with by Taunton Magistrates' Courts include:

Haydon Mark Baker, 33, of East Reach, Taunton, assaulted by beating a nursing assistant acting in the exercise of her functions as an emergency worker, £100 compensation. (G).

Ryan Aaron Horrill, 25, of no fixed address, breached a restraining order, 12 weeks prison, £115 victim surcharge; breached a restraining order, 12 weeks prison (concurrent). (G).

Paul Martin Witney, 54, of Cheddon Lawns, Cheddon Fitzpaine, drink driving, £180 fine, £30 victim surcharge, £500 costs, 36 months driving ban

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