| Offence category | Starting Point | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Deliberate | ||
| Category 1 | 18 months’ custody | 1 – 3 years’ custody |
| Category 2 | 1 year’s custody | 26 weeks’ – 18 months’ custody |
| Category 3 | High level community order | Medium level community order or Band E fine – 26 weeks’ custody |
| Category 4 | Medium level community order | Low level community order or Band D fine – Medium level community order or Band E fine |