Jeff Garlett Misses Court Appearance

[Uncle Fester 2,835]

I never turned up to my murder trial and it didn't hurt me.

Sent from my tapatalk somewhere in Columbia

[thevil1 421]

Should we get him in front of a camera and apologise too?

I wouldn't do that to him, I think he's been bashed around the head enough the last 6 months, he needs a little slap on the hand for this but also a little love for the progress he has made thus far, from what I've heard he really has 'lifted' off field with Nev's guidance & despite this incident I think he'll be one of the best bargain pick ups of 2015. I trust in Roosy's player management skills here to do wonders with Jeffy, we seem to have the right people handling the players now so whatever the club does from here I'll back, but I honestly can't see more than a NAB suspension coming from this. We are all about getting some W's this year (as per the AGM) & everyone from the board to the boot studders know it. Jeff can help a lot in that regard if he has a big 2015.

[jnrmac 19,207]

The consequences at Carlton were about as severe as they come, and discipline failed miserably.

Garlett needs hugs from Roosy. Thats why he is with us, same as H.

Carlton are great at discipline. Fevola says hi....

[nutbean 8,837]

The statement from the Club also said they will continue to gather additional information before deciding what action to take, judicious editing?

nope - not judicious editing at all. - you have actually picked one line out of what is otherwise a fully blunt criticism of the player. I suggest the line you have quoted is a throwaway statement to let supporters know that a decision will be made with full facts in tow. however....

Saty - read the entire statement again - If the additional information exonerates Gartlett in any way then I will retract my opinions on Gartlett and instead call the club idiots for releasing a statement that is straightforward and blunt in its criticism of the players actions without full details. To suggest that Jeff is embarrassed by his actions would suggest that he has not done the right thing and that indeed he hasn't told the club about the charge and missed his court date.

Again - understand where I am coming from - I am not calling for any punishment or action against him that would not be appropriate for you or me or anyone else. And it may be that the appropriate punishment is the court's decision and the club sitting him down and reiterating in the strongest possible terms what the expectations are and nothing more than that.

[nutbean 8,837]

The club report did indicate they would investigate it and take action. I rely on them to investigate and take appropriate action in mind that the courts will also make a decision.

absolutely happy with that approach.

[nutbean 8,837]

I don't mind the fact that he stuffed up, I prefer that than these goody goody boys who never put a foot wrong and can't play football.

The main thing he is fit, has completed a full pre season and I for one am excited to see what he produces up forward for us.

really ?

[hemingway 7,601]

And it may be that the appropriate punishment is the court's decision and the club sitting him down and reiterating in the strongest possible terms what the expectations are and nothing more than that.

yes agree with this statement, that is the point.

[La Dee-vina Comedia 16,502]

judge will no doubt be told that he has changed his life around, left that nasty corrupt carlton environment and gone to that nice caring club melbourne.

judge will no doubt be impressed and wish him well with a non-custodial sentence

More likely, the Judge will consider that being traded to Melbourne was punishment enough.

Of course, we think otherwise. But if that's what His/Her Honour chooses to believe, I'm fine with that.

In all seriousness, and speaking generally and not specifically about this case, I would have thought driving while having a licence suspended should be dealt with harshly. It was suspended for a reason. Driving while suspended shows a blatant disregard for the law.

Edited for spelling

Edited February 26, 2015 by La Dee-vina Comedia

[Curry & Beer 5,444]

More likely, the Judge will consider that being traded to Melbourne was punishment enough.

Of course, we think otherwise. But if that's what His/Her Honour chooses to believe, I'm fine with that.

In all seriousness, and speaking generally and not specifically about this case, I would have thought driving while having a licence suspended should be dealt with harshly. It was suspended for a reason. Driving while suspended shows a blatant disregard for the law.

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Oh it will be dealt with alright

Let's just say he's going to need a lift to training for about the next 3 years

[Deeoldfart 7,801]

The Best thing the MFC can do is play him with a warning.

According to my Carlton mate who knows Jeff "he needs love"

Punishment and being left out in the cold will only make it worse.

Jeff has had a very different upbringing compared to most.

Yes this is a serious matter but it must be dealt with carefully....(i hope)

I agree SWYL, and importantly, I trust the current MFC people to deal with it in the appropriate way .......... taking account of the interests of both Jeff and the Club. Striking the right balance, without compromising standards, will be the difficult bit.

[hardtack 10,127]

I agree SWYL, and importantly, I trust the current MFC people to deal with it in the appropriate way .......... taking account of the interests of both Jeff and the Club. Striking the right balance, without compromising standards, will be the difficult bit.

If the courts don't put him on such a program, I would actually like to see the club get him involved in some sort of community service assisting victims of accidents caused by drunk drivers. He learns a valuable lesson, the club gets a positive public profile and the club, the supporters and Jeff himself get to benefit from his being available to play an uninterrupted season.

[Deetective Sgt. Taggert 380]

Latest update: Melbourne will wait to punish Jeff Garlett until after drink-driving charge is heard in court

In other news according to that article, Dean Kemp has come out of retirement and made his way unnoticed onto our list...

[Barney Rubble 1,576]

If found guilty he gets the mandatory 22 months licence suspension. (2nd offence)

It's driving without a licence is the real problem.

He may get a suspended gaol sentence.

That I guess may force him on the straight and narrow.

Edited March 2, 2015 by Pig Dog