Man avoids jail after attacking lawyer in courtroom
TDT | Manama
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A Bahraini man who physically attacked his exwife’s lawyer inside the Sharia Courts Complex in Hunainiyah has avoided jail time after the lawyer formally withdrew his complaint, citing an in-court apology and a family-brokered settlement.
The incident occurred on March 25, 2025, shortly after a family hearing had concluded. According to the Southern Governorate Prosecution, the defendant admitted to the assault and expressed remorse over his actions, which he said were driven by heightened emotions stemming from an ongoing family dispute.
The lawyer sustained injuries in the attack, though they were not serious enough to prevent him from returning to work.
Medical reports confirming the injuries were reviewed as part of the investigation.
The defendant was held in custody for over two weeks before being brought before the Minor Criminal Court, where he was formally charged with assault.
Prosecutors had acted swiftly, ordering his detention and referring the case to court immediately.
Witness statements and medical documentation were submitted, and the accused acknowledged the incident during questioning.
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