A MOTHER from Darlington failed to ensure her child attended school regularly has been fined.

Michaela Smith has a child attending Skerne Park Academy in Darlington, but she was accused of not ensuring sure the child attended the school on a regular basis between June 15, 2021 and November 15, 2021.

The 29-year-old, of Lakeside, Darlington, appeared at Peterlee Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, May 3.

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She was fined £660, she will also have to pay a surcharge to fund victim services of £66.00.

In addition, Smith will pay a further £150 fine.

A collection order has been made and Smith will have to pay the total of £876 by May 31 2022.

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