MICHAEL “MIKEY” GOTTS – CROMER/SHERINGHAM, NORFOLK

 

Michael Gotts, 25, sentenced after pleading guilty to domestic abuse offences

Michael “Mikey” Gotts, 25, of the Cromer/Sheringham area, has been sentenced following a guilty plea to domestic abuse-related offences.

At a hearing held on June 17, 2025, at King’s Lynn Magistrates’ Court, Gotts pleaded guilty to the charges against him. The case was brought before the court following an investigation, and the outcome was formally confirmed in correspondence issued by Norfolk & Suffolk Police.

The court sentenced Gotts to a Community Order. A Community Order means he will be required to comply with specific conditions set by the court for a defined period. Such orders commonly include supervision by the Probation Service and participation in rehabilitation activities. Failure to comply with any of the imposed requirements can result in the offender being returned to court and potentially re-sentenced.

Court records confirm that Gotts has convictions relating to domestic abuse offences, including assault by beating, controlling and coercive behaviour, and criminal damage.

Controlling and coercive behaviour is recognised in law as a serious offence involving patterns of intimidation, isolation, monitoring, and manipulation within a relationship. Assault by beating involves the unlawful use of force, while criminal damage relates to the destruction or damage of property.

Members of the public concerned about a partner’s history of violence or abuse are encouraged to make use of Clare’s Law, formally known as the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme. This allows individuals to request information from police if they believe they may be at risk in a relationship.

Anyone affected by domestic abuse can contact police on 101, or in an emergency call 999. Specialist domestic abuse support services are also available across Norfolk and Suffolk.