Trinity Professional Disciplinary and Misconduct barrister, Steven Reed, successfully defended PC Mawe at a Police Misconduct Hearing conducted over 1 & 2 October 2025 held at the former Goole Magistrates’ Court in Goole, Humberside.
PC Mawe faced allegations of inappropriately touching a female colleague while on-duty and on a separate occasion, making a rude gesture to a member of the public while on-duty. PC Mawe denied the touching allegation but admitted that he was responsible for making the rude gesture.
The Panel heard live evidence from the complainant and PC Mawe. At the conclusion of the evidence, the Panel determined that the touching allegation was not proved and dismissed this allegation.
Having admitted making a rude gesture, the Panel heard submissions on Outcome before deciding that the appropriate sanction was a written warning, for a period of 18 months.
Steven was instructed by Mr. Dan Weed from Burton Copeland in this case.
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.
Having been recognised as a Tier 1 Leading Junior under Professional Disciplinary Law in 2026's Legal 500, Steven features regularly in the leading legal directory, with recent entries including:
"His advice is always timely, thorough and well set out, making it easy to relay to the lay client. He is approachable and always happy to answer any questions on a case."
"Steven is an excellent barrister. His advocacy is measured and well thought out"
"Steven has a no-nonsense approach and is quickly able to reassure clients. He is tenacious and his understanding of police conduct matters is second to none"
"A junior with a cool and understated advocacy style"
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