A Newton Aycliffe woman who was sparred jail for being pregnant is now being charged with perverting the course of justice.
Lisa Phillips, of Eskdale Place, was given a four-month jail sentence for theft last year, but the term was suspended after she claimed she was due to give birth.
The 37-year-old denied a charge of perverting the course of justice when she appeared at Teesside Crown Court on Wednesday (10th September).
She was given unconditional bail after her case was adjourned to set a trial date.
