Gavin Hough

Gavin Hough, an individual in the UK, has been involved in public criminal proceedings related to the possession of indecent images of children and extreme pornography.

Key facts and legal proceedings:

• Arrest and Charges: Gavin Hough was arrested in December 2024. Police raided his home in Nottingham after an internet address linked to him was found to have downloaded child sexual abuse images. A search of his mobile phone and PC tower revealed over 3,000 images and videos of child sex abuse and bestiality, with 180 classified as Category A, the most serious band. He was charged with three counts of possession of indecent images of children, one count of prohibited images, and one count of possession of extreme pornography.
• Plea and Sentencing: Hough initially answered "no comment" during police questioning but later pleaded guilty to all charges. At Nottingham Crown Court, Judge Steven Coupland sentenced him to 14 months in jail. The judge noted that despite Hough's claims of not gaining sexual gratification, he was of the opinion that Hough had a sexual interest in children, and that the material was "particularly appalling involving children as young as six." The judge also stated that Hough's actions demonstrated a "determined, sustained and sophisticated effort" to obtain the images. Hough's defense attributed his actions to "experiencing reduced intimacy" with his wife, who has since left him. He was also assessed as having a medium-to-high risk of re-offending.
• Employment: At the time of his arrest, Gavin Hough was an IT worker at the law firm Gateley. The firm suspended him immediately upon learning of the charges and terminated his employment in December 2024.
• Court Appearances: Public court records indicate legal proceedings for Gavin Hough (case reference 31CF1841024) at Nottingham Crown Court. Hearings were scheduled for May 22, 2026, and May 27, 2026, with the latter being a "For Mention (Defendant to Attend)" hearing. These listings are public court record proceedings sourced from official HMCTS daily cause lists.