Subhead:Kirralie Smith says the ruling threatens free speech as Australia watches the outcome of her two-year legal battle.#
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Women’s rights campaigner Kirralie Smith has been hit with $95,000 in fines and ordered to issue a public apology, after the verdict in her high-profile “unlawful vilification” case was handed down today in NSW local court.
Smith says the financial penalty will double if not paid within 28 days, and has announced she will immediately appeal the decision.
Smith posted the update on social media, making clear she intends to continue the fight. “My penalty for being guilty of “unlawful vilification” has been handed down. In summary $95,000 in fines which will double if I don’t pay in 28 days. The orders also state I need to issue a public apology. I will be appealing the decision. Your support, your voice and your action is invaluable to me.”
