Katie Price opts for trial after denying breach of restraining order

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Katie Price faces a Crown Court trial after denying breaching a restraining order against her ex-husband’s fiancee, over a message in which she accused the pair of having an affair. Price, wearing white trainers, a green tracksuit and a black gilet, appeared at Crawley Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, accused of contacting Penticost indirectly in breach of the restraining order. Joe Harrington, defending, said: “The issues relate to her mental health and the triggers which led to sending that message.” Watch Apple TV+ free for 7 days New subscribers only. Plan auto-renews until cancelled Try for free Asked where she wanted the trial to be heard, Price said: “The Crown Court please.” District Judge Amanda Kelly said the offence carries a maximum sentence of up to five years’ imprisonment and warned Price: “You are in really grave danger of going to prison.” She said: “This is a very serious allegation in which it is alleged you used indirectly vile and nasty language towards Ms Penticost, someone you were prohibited from contacting directly or indirectly by a restraining order.” The judge granted Price bail ahead of a plea and trial preparation hearing on 25 May at Lewes Crown Court, on condition she does not contact Penticost either directly or indirectly, except for handing over children.