Man jailed for taking brother’s picture in Newcastle court

A man has been jailed for three months after taking a picture of his brother in a Newcastle court.

The incident occurred during a hearing where the man’s brother was facing charges of assault. The judge had explicitly stated that no photographs were allowed in the courtroom, but the man ignored this instruction and took a picture of his brother on his phone.

When confronted by court security, the man admitted to taking the photo and was immediately taken into custody. The judge found him in contempt of court and sentenced him to three months in jail for disrupting proceedings.

This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of following courtroom rules and respecting the authority of the judge. Disruptive behavior can have serious consequences, as this man has learned the hard way.