A Darlington woman has been fined after being caught behind the wheel using a mobile phone.

Sarah Jane Metcalf, 41 of Dublin Street, Darlington, had her case heard before County Durham and Darlington Magistrates Court on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

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She was caught in June last year in Darlington on North Road using a mobile phone while driving

Metcalf was fined £220 for the offence and was given 6 points on her licence.

She was also made to pay £88 to victim services and £90 in court costs.