Trinity Professional Disciplinary and Misconduct barrister, Steven Reed, successfully defended PC A at a Police Misconduct Hearing held between 16 to 19 February 2026, at West Yorkshire Police HQ in Wakefield.
PC A faced a series of allegations, which included 2 allegations of sexual assault and using offensive language/refusing to leave licensed premises when drunk.
Following a 4-day Misconduct Hearing, during which PC A’s accusers were cross-examined by Steven, the panel found that both allegations of sexual assault were not proved.
The panel went on to find that PC A’s conduct while drunk in licensed premises was inappropriate, which resulted in the panel issuing PC A with a written warning.
Steven was instructed by Chris Corkindale of Burton Copeland Solicitors.
Steven specialises in all aspects of Police misconduct. Prior to joining the Bar, Steven was a Police Superintendent. He regularly represents Police Officers and Police Authorities at Misconduct Hearings across England.