I'ld say that he will be lucky to avoid at least 6 months porridge, and/or retain his licence. He would be well advised to bring at least €2k-€3k to court.
Looks like it`s going to Circuit Court. He`ll need at least €30,000 handy if he gets done.
Yes, know a guy (17 at the time) who, with another guy, was involved in an unprovoked assault afer a refused request for a cigarette. The victim (late 40s) spent 5 days in hospital, but no surgery. The 17 year old got 2 years with 8 months suspended, and was released with 25% remission after serving 12 months. The €1k he brought to court was accepted by the victim, as was the €2k his co defendant brought.
District Court damages .
No, the district court refused it, and it was heard in The Central Criminal Court.
Central Criminal is a High Court . Very unusual to deal with a District court offence there. €1 and €2k amounts are definitely within District Court scope of damages.
It was heard in a circuit court within the CCJ building.
