The offence committed by an estate agent of erecting ‘House Sold’ signs outside house in which it had had no instructions, was the offence of giving a false indication that services were supplied. The offence was commercial, and the penalty should be judged accordingly. The offence was unsightly, was for commercial gain, and to the disadvantage of honest agents. Current fines levels were too low, and a fine of pounds 2,000 per offence was a proper level.
Citations:
Times 22-Sep-2000
Statutes:
Trade Descriptions Act 1968 13
Jurisdiction:
England and Wales
Criminal Sentencing, Consumer
Updated: 06 November 2022; Ref: scu.85237
