On Tuesday the host ofNRL 360 fronted Downing Centre Local Court in dark sunglasses and a blue suit alongside his lawyer,George Elias.
Elias told the court he would seek an application for the case to be adjourned under a mental health and cognitive impairment law.
Kent had sought urgent counselling after the brawl,Elias told the court,and he needed time to see doctors and assemble a mental health treatment plan.
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“He’s got an urgent appointment to see[one doctor] on the 22nd of May and[is seeking] other treatment … regarding alcohol,” Elias said.
The magistrate gave Kent until July to return with his treatment plan.
Kent was asked if he wanted to plead guilty on Tuesday to secure the largest possible discount on sentence,if he is later convicted.