Mother Ordered to Pay Compensation After Missing Son's Court Hearing for Ibiza Holiday

A judge expressed astonishment as the mother, whose 12-year-old son was involved in violent riots, opted for a vacation instead of attending his sentencing.

A mother missed her son's court sentencing to take a holiday in Ibiza.
The boy, 12, admitted to violent disorder during recent riots in the UK.
The judge ordered the mother to pay compensation equivalent to her holiday cost.
The boy received a 12-month referral order instead of a custodial sentence.
The mother will also participate in a six-month parenting course.