BD50 fine over fight upheld

TDT | Manama

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A misunderstanding between two individuals escalated into a physical altercation, ending with both being fined BD50 by the Court of First Instance, a ruling later upheld by the High Criminal Court of Appeal and finally confirmed by the Court of Cassation.

The first appellant had challenged the fine imposed on him, but the court rejected his appeal after establishing that the assault was mutual and did not result in injuries causing incapacity for more than 20 days.

The incident occurred when a dispute arose while the first defendant was inside his vehicle. The argument quickly developed into a fistfight, resulting in minor injuries to both parties and their conviction by all levels of the courts.