RECENT cases dealt with by Taunton Magistrates' Courts include:

Glyn Budge, 45, of Seabrook House, Taunton, assault by beating, criminal damage, used threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour - all committed at Musgrove Park Hospital - community order, £85 compensation. (G).

Keith Ewart Harrison, 46, of Pauls Road, Somerton, using a mobile phone while driving, £150 fine, £30 victim surcharge, £85 costs, six points. (G).

Paul Allen Addicott, 38, of Laurel Close, Taunton, two counts of burglary, community order, 100 hours unpaid work, £85 victim surcharge, £85 costs. (G).

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