In July 2022 our client was at his local catching up with old mates who were visiting from interstate. Whilst enjoying some conversation over drinks, his female companions asked our client for help dealing with a drunken man who was harassing them on the dance floor.
Our client immediately went to their aid and approached the man. A mix of alcohol and ego saw the man verbally abuse, and then lunge at, our client with closed fists. To avoid the impending assault, our client reacted to defended himself, and after a brief scuffle, came off the victor. The man suffered serious injury, including a loss of consciousness.
Our client was charged, and pleaded guilty to, assault occasioning bodily harm. We presented a persuasive, and well prepared plea in mitigation, securing a modest fine as punishment and a spent conviction order, ensuring minimal impact on his career prospects.
