Francois Steyn found Not Guilty
A SANZAR Judicial Hearing has found Francois Steyn of the Sharks not guilty of contravening Law 10.4 (h) after he was cited during a Super Rugby match at the weekend.
The incident occurred in the 78th minute at a breakdown during the match between the Chiefs and Sharks on Saturday 27th April at Waikato Stadium in Hamilton.
The SANZAR Judicial Hearing held via video conference on 29th April 2013 was heard by Jannie Lubbe SC and was assisted by Former Professional Player: Adam Magro.
In his finding, Mr Lubbe ruled the following:
The evidence of Steyn was supported by the video evidence. Further, the incident happened right in front of the match referee who awarded a Penalty Kick to the Sharks. The legal representative of the Sharks: Mr Gerrie Swart made helpful submissions and took the Judicial Officer through the available video evidence to support the version of Steyn that he did not act in breach of Law 10.4 (h).
Having carefully considered the available evidence and the submissions of Mr Swart, Lubbe concluded that it was not possible on the balance of probability that Steyn acted in breach of Law 10.4 (h). Mr Magro concurred with the conclusion. As a result the citing is dismissed.
Related Posts
« May Super Rugby Madness comes to Nelson Mandela Bay Injury Update – Vodacom Bulls injury list not long »
