News Paul Kent charged with domestic violence offences, found not guilty

[Babyface O'reilly]

Can't back up sticky tho.... maybe needs to keep that luck going on at canberra for the next 7 months

I forgot, sticking up for Ricky was actually his career lol

 

[MugaB]

I forgot, sticking up for Ricky was actually his career lol

Dont let his news rants get in the way of whats really important, keeping the club in the heart of the capital city of Australia happy

 

[Munky]

What takes precedence, doing it for Kenty or the fifty point curse?

 

[Fangs]

Rugby League soap opera...

What on earth does Rugby League have to do with Paul Kent alledgedly choking a woman?

 

[Wizardman]

Rugby League soap opera...

What on earth does Rugby League have to do with Paul Kent alledgedly choking a woman?

The fact that he associates with a "soap opera" with domestic violence is a reflection of his arrogance towards a very serious society issue as well as his own self-importance in regard to rugby league.

An absolute blight on humanity. I hope he gets what is coming towards him.

 

[King hit]

Rugby League soap opera...

What on earth does Rugby League have to do with Paul Kent alledgedly choking a woman?

Just like a politician he is deflecting from the main problem

 

[Cumberland Throw]

What's the bet the only witness has a "change of heart" before December and wants to drop charges ?

 

[Exsilium]

What's the bet the only witness has a "change of heart" before December and wants to drop charges ?

Not sure if this is a thing I read or made up but isn't there a thing where the police prosecution can still charge the offender if they have enough evidence, despite the victim withdrawing?

 

[Last Week]

Not sure if this is a thing I read or made up but isn't there a thing where the police prosecution can still charge the offender if they have enough evidence, despite the victim withdrawing?

Yes, but it makes it difficult depending on the rest of the evidence.

For instance, in this matter the police have taken out an AVO protecting Kent against the victim of the choke and assault charges. Meaning that the police are of the view that there was some conduct that occurred which made them believe that Kent requires protection also.

If the victim were not to attend court for what ever reason, the prosecution would have a difficult time disproving Kent's version of events, such as self defence.

 

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[firechild]

Not sure if this is a thing I read or made up but isn't there a thing where the police prosecution can still charge the offender if they have enough evidence, despite the victim withdrawing?

The whole process is different here than in the US. You'll never hear the question "would you like to press charges?" in Australia because it's not the victim that decides that, it's the police. If they believe there are grounds for charges, they are the ones that determine if charges are filed and what those charges are. Therefore if a witness (including the victim) changes their story, the police (including police prosecutors) only need to determine if they still have a case, they are not obliged to withdraw charges.

 

[Exsilium]

Yes, but it makes it difficult depending on the rest of the evidence.

For instance, in this matter the police have taken out an AVO protecting Kent against the victim of the choke and assault charges. Meaning that the police are of the view that there was some conduct that occurred which made them believe that Kent requires protection also.

If the victim were not to attend court for what ever reason, the prosecution would have a difficult time disproving Kent's version of events, such as self defence.

Makes sense. I didn't even read the articles but it was just a thought that came to mind.

Thanks!

 

[THE CHAMP]

Not entirely over, he can still make coffee for the journos in the newsroom.

You mean "other" journos right?

 

[ColdWetPanther]

Yes, but it makes it difficult depending on the rest of the evidence.

For instance, in this matter the police have taken out an AVO protecting Kent against the victim of the choke and assault charges. Meaning that the police are of the view that there was some conduct that occurred which made them believe that Kent requires protection also.

If the victim were not to attend court for what ever reason, the prosecution would have a difficult time disproving Kent's version of events, such as self defence.

While that might get him off the charges, it would kill his career…

 

[Brutus]

It's all part of the Rugby League Soap Opera...

What a pathetic response to a question about his alleged disgraceful behaviour.

Typical journo speak, using the usual hack lines to deflect from the real problem at hand.

When in doubt, blame it on RL.

If DUI was still alive she'd probably cover for Kent, blaming it on RL culture in general.

 

[Brutus]

Repeat

 

[Billythekid]

Kent may well get off, that’s not uncommon for DV charges. He’s career is still f**ked though.

 

[some11]

Kent may well get off, that’s not uncommon for DV charges. He’s career is still f**ked though.

Depends how chummy he is with higher ups at News Corp. They have no ethics unless it costs them money.

 

[King-Gutho94]

Look like heals hit a nerve with Buzz during the week about the paul kent saga.

 

[Apey]

Look like heals hit a nerve with Buzz during the week about the paul kent saga.

Haha Beetroot face is such a sook.