HERE is a round up of some of the cases heard at the Isle of Wight Magistrates' Court, for the week commencing November 18, 2024.

Murray Grant, 65, of The Strand, Ryde.

Use a motor vehicle without insurance.

Fine £80, surcharge £32, driving record endorsed with six penalty points.

Michael Elms, 37, of Central Way, Sandown.

Failure to stop after a road traffic accident, drink driving, driving without due care and attention.

Costs £85, fine £300, 20-month driving disqualification.

Kevin Hickey, 50, of Wavesound Close, Bembridge.

Possession of cannabis.

Costs £85, surcharge £26, six-month conditional discharge.

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