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Violent disorder suspects across the country could face more serious charges following the recent nationwide unrest after a 15-year-old boy became the first person to be charged with riot. The teenager, who cannot be named for legal reasons, appeared at South Tyneside Youth Court on Thursday but his case was adjourned for two weeks following what a district judge called a “surprise” charging decision. Rioting is an offence that carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison – double that of a charge of violent disorder. Isabel Oakeshott says it's “absolutely grotesque“ that a 15-year-old became the first person charged with an offence of “riot“. “I don't think it's right to make political points with children.“ Click here for more from Talk If you need any help visit:
