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Picard
An update to the appeal I talked about earlier (guy sounds horn at my ex in an attempt to impress her and when she has the audacity to take umbrage decides to knock me off and flee a few minutes later, in France) So the appeal happened, I wasn't able to go because I was working away, after consulting a lawyer I decided not to risk the best part of 1000 euro on one but sent in a file with the original complaint. Briefly, he lost the appeal, his 4 month ban was reduced to a 2 month ban (he is a professional driver) but the fine (400 euro) and my compensation (2000 euro) was upheld. Still not bad for assault with a deadly weapon and failure to stop. Fortunately I'm fully healed (although a week of sleepless nights at the time) and the bike only suffered a scuffed hood and 2 small chips to paint on the frame (although it is a vintage 80's Paletti so it is a bit of a shame). I'm definitely glad I reported it.