Effective use of CBOs and robust follow up of breaches demonstrates our commitment to tackling ASB.

A woman from Skegness has had a suspended sentence invoked for breaching conditions of a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) and stealing a pack of donuts, a box of vapes and a pack of Desperado beers from two stores in the town.

The use of CBOs plays a vital role in protecting communities from persistent nuisance behaviour and supporting long-term neighbourhood safety. By targeting individuals who repeatedly engage in criminal or anti-social conduct, CBOs provide the courts, police and partner agencies with a focused and effective tool for preventing further harm.

CBOs allow the courts to set clear, enforceable conditions that stop specific behaviours known to cause distress or disruption – such as harassment, intimidation, vandalism, alcohol-related disorder, or public nuisance. This offers reassurance to residents and businesses and helps restore confidence that their community is a safe and welcoming place to be.

Lorna Smith, 39, of Royal Oak Terrace, Roman Bank, Skegness appeared before Lincoln Magistrates’ Court on Monday 9 March. She has been imprisoned for 30 weeks and ordered to pay compensation after pleading guilty to two counts of shop theft, three Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) breaches, and failing to provide a specimen for analysis.

Smith had been served a CBO on 23 February 2026 which prohibited her from entering all retail premises across Skegness, with the exception of two stores.

Skegness Neighbourhood Policing Inspector Jacky Evans said: “The use of CBOs not only aims to curtail harmful behaviour, but they can also include positive requirements which may involve a dual approach – restrictions plus rehabilitation via behaviour-change interventions which seek to address root causes of offending and supports individuals in moving away from harmful lifestyles.

“By taking visible action against a key number of individuals who cause disproportionate harm to our community, we are showing that concerns are being heard and acted upon. Effective use of CBOs and robust follow up of breaches demonstrates our commitment to tackling ASB.”

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