Public Order Offence Sec 4

[Kittykat1000]

Hi need advice I was arrested for a public offence section 4 whereby I had an argument with a random cyclist in the street who reported me to the police for swearing at him and threatening him. I did swear at him but did not threaten him. He has managed to get a witness supporting his story !! I was arrested and now in court. I have never been in trouble before and wonder what the outcome may be in court.

[ronnietoon]

why is it a section 4 and not a five?a 5 could be dealt with a on the spot penalty ticket.

you'll get a fine plus court costs and the mandatory victim surcharge(about £15)

[Kittykat1000]

Was asked on the phone to go to police station as thought the matter was something and nothing and then arrested!