Convicted sex offender tell police where he was living.

Convicted Sex Offender Faces Trouble for Missed Registration

Mark Sheffield, a 29-year-old former chef residing in Hull, found himself in hot water after failing to register his details as a sex offender within the required timeframe. Sheffield, who had been convicted of sexual offences in 2015, was obligated to notify the police of his address annually. However, he missed the August 3 deadline by five days, leading to his arrest.

Despite the lapse, Sheffield claimed that the situation was "all good" and that he had already taken steps to prevent future missteps. He even boasted about his positive relationship with the police and his commitment to attending his annual registration appointments.

"I completely forgot," Sheffield stated in court. "Now I have put it on my calendar when I have to register. I have a good relationship with the police. I speak to my officer every week, which is a good thing for me."

While Sheffield acknowledged his lapse in judgment, he emphasized his desire to turn his life around. He had previously faced homelessness and worked as a chef and agency worker. Currently, he is employed in a kitchen and aspires to return to his culinary career.

Judge Alexander Menary, acknowledging Sheffield's prompt action in rectifying the situation, described the incident as an "oversight" rather than a deliberate attempt to evade the police. Nevertheless, he issued a stern warning, emphasizing that any future breaches of the order could result in immediate imprisonment.

"It could be immediate custody," Judge Menary stated. Sheffield was ultimately sentenced to 20 days of rehabilitation and ordered to pay £100 in court costs.