Ryan George Kavanagh, 20, of Dellfield, St Albans. On January 10, 2014, used threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour with intent to cause harassment, alarm or distress, and the offence was racially aggravated. Community order made with activity, programme and supervision requirements. Compensation, costs: £245.

David Barrale, 20, of Bendictine Place, London Road, St Albans. On November 4, 2013, en route near Hitchin station, remained in a reserved seat when not the holder of a valid ticket entitling same. Fine, compensation, costs: £363.90.

Dylan Perry, 18, of Hyldyke Road, Wheathampstead. On October 19, 2013, near Harpenden station, failed to hand over ticket for inspection and verification when asked to do so by an authorised person. Fine, costs: £340.