Overview
- Warner admitted guilt at Waverley Local Court on July 22 to a mid-range drink-driving charge from an incident on Easter Sunday that led to his arrest at a mobile RBT.
- Police recorded a secondary breath-test of 0.104 at Maroubra Police Station, a reading well above the legal limit.
- A sentencing hearing on August 18 will consider a mandatory minimum six-month driving disqualification, a fine of up to A$2,200 and up to nine months in jail.
- Cricket NSW has expressed concern and the plea has put Warner’s role as Sydney Thunder captain in doubt while organisations review any sporting response.
- Warner’s lawyer said he drank three glasses of wine before attempting to drive, that he accepts the action was reckless, and the case is viewed in light of his 2018 ball-tampering ban and leadership sanctions.