Here are nine people jailed or given suspended sentences during March.
They all appeared at Newcastle Crown Court unless otherwise stated.
2. Charlie Day
Day, 20, from Sunderland, pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply cocaine and possession with intent to supply ketamine. He was sentenced to 20 months suspended for two years and must complete 150 hours of community service and 20 rehabilitation days
3. Gavin Ball
Ball, 36, of Collingwood Court, Washington, admitted two charges of theft and causing grievous bodily harm. Mr Recorder Anthony Hawks sentenced him to nine months, suspended for two years, with rehabilitation requirements
4. Michael McKenzie.
McKenzie, 43, of Heatherlaw, Blackfell, Washington, admitted common assault and assault. Judge Christopher Prince jailed him for two years