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Man swears at judge after bail refused despite spinal tumour plea
✓ Illawarra MercuryPower & Policy

Man swears at judge after bail refused despite spinal tumour plea

Sam Meyers, 31, spat at a video screen and cursed the judge after bail was refused on August 27.

Why it mattersThe case shows how courts weigh medical hardship against behaviour, and the limits of health claims as bail justification.

AustraliaA dramatic moment in NSW courts highlighting the balance judges strike between health concerns and public safety.

✓ Claims checked against the source and corrected before publish. checked 3 h ago

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