A MOTORIST whose driving was described as a “relatively lengthy and appalling piece of driving” has avoided an immediate prison sentence.

Jake Benjamin Dixon, 29, was sentenced at Carlisle Crown Court today after he admitted charges of driving dangerously and of driving while above the legal limit for alcohol on January 10.

During the period of dangerous driving Dixon collided with the Lillyhall roundabout, as well as mounting the pavement nearby.

Police found Dixon, of St John's Court in Hensingham, inside the car with the keys in the ignition and his seatbelt fastened shortly after 9pm. He was asked to perform a roadside breath test and was subsequently arrested.

Officers at the screen described Dixon’s condition as intoxicated.

Recorder Archer sentenced Dixon to six months in prison for dangerous driving and a four month concurrent sentence for excess alcohol.

He also suspended the sentence for 18 months and disqualified him from driving for four years.

Dixon must also complete 15 rehabilitation days and pay the statutory victim surcharge.