However I did fight back yet confessed only defence. I got a fine a nd notice. If the cctv footage shows me fighting back, will I then be sent to court? Or is it over with.
2006-09-30 12:53:31 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Drunk and disorderly doesnt relate to fighting. If this did, you would have been charged with Affray.
The offence the police have dealt with means you were drunk and rowdy, and probably swearing.
If you got a fixed penalty ticket at the police station, pay it on time and the matter will be dealt with and forgotten about.... you wont get a criminal conviction.
You will only end up in court if you fail to pay the fine.
So you can stop worrying and relax.
2006-09-30 12:58:55 · answer #1 · answered by PEP 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I understand that if you are CHARGED you will be given a date to attend court to have your case heard.
So did you just get an on the spot fine or something or do you have a court date coming up. If you have a court date then you can defend yourself in court and tell your side of the story.
If you have just received a caution or on the spot fine and disagree with it, consult a solicitor and ask to have the case brought before a magistrate.
So really, it depends WHAT actually happened.
2006-09-30 23:01:40 · answer #2 · answered by Sally J 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i would have thought that if you've been given a fine then you have already been dealt with and no further action will be taken. i didnt think you could be punished for the same crime twice. if it does go to court and you plead self defence it will depend on how many times you hit him if it is self defence i.e yes malord i continued kicking him when he was on the ground and unconcious. i dont think thats self defence.
2006-09-30 12:59:58 · answer #3 · answered by kunt 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you were publicly drunk that's against the law in most cities.
If you hadn't been drinking maybe you wouldn't be involved in the disorderly conduct.
Just the way the judge may look at it.
2006-09-30 12:58:11 · answer #4 · answered by daljack -a girl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes because it may be classed as affray or Section 4 of public order act.
If you where drunk and did fight back then you were right to be charged with drunk and disorderly.
STOP DRINKING TOO MUCH AND STAY OUT OF TROUBLE
2006-10-01 07:11:29 · answer #5 · answered by big g 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
IMO you're facing 5 to 10 in the slammer. That's if this is your first offense which I doubt.
Violence does have it's consequences.
Hopefully you can learn a trade in prison and return to public life as a better person.
2006-09-30 13:09:41 · answer #6 · answered by noils 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
sorry m8 no idea if you will have to go to court
i am fed up seeing this a few blokes on a nite out having a good time a few drinks and not doing anything wrong and then it only takes one *** hole not to like you and you get it
you are not at fault and i feel so sorry for you i wish i could help and i am glad you fought back what else can you do
2006-09-30 13:00:10 · answer #7 · answered by cute sexy little feet 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Just state your case, insist on the true story. Usually the truth holds up in court. At least I like to think so.
2006-09-30 12:56:29 · answer #8 · answered by kurticus1024 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Sounds like another complete and utter fiasco by the inept british police
2006-10-01 02:53:32 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Ummm - pissed, fighting. You can best hope for good CCTV. Or prepare for fun in the showers.
2006-09-30 12:57:02 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋