Paul Goldspring
Paul Goldspring is a chief magistrate in the UK known for overseeing various cases in Westminster Magistrates’ Court, including high-profile matters involving domestic violence. Recently, he gained attention for convicting former footballer Joey Barton of assaulting his wife, where he emphasized the need for a fair trial and balanced justice, considering Barton's past and family circumstances.
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Chief magistrate Paul Goldspring sitting at Woolwich Crown Court said the case should be thrown out.
Terror-related charge against rap artiste thrown out | Entertainment
Jamaica· 2025-09-27
Judge Paul Goldspring dismissed the case against Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh due to faulty paperwork.
Kneecap rapper Mo Chara’s barrister was on crutches, yet looked ready to dance a jig – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-09-26
Chief Magistrate Paul Goldspring told Woolwich Crown Court that the charge against Mr Ó hAnnaidh was 'unlawful' and 'null'.
Kneecap rapper Mo Chara's terror case thrown out
United Kingdom· 2025-09-26
Judge Paul Goldspring dismissed the case at a hearing in Woolwich Crown Court.
Prosecution of Kneecap’s Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh dismissed in London court – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-26
Judge Paul Goldspring stated that the charges against Mo Chara were illegal and invalid.
Terrorsag mod irsk rapper droppes på grund af for sen tiltale
Denmark· 2025-09-26Judge Paul Goldspring is due to rule on the jurisdiction of the case against Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh.
Kneecap band member’s London court hearing moved to other side of city after flooding – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-25Paul Goldspring is the chief magistrate who will rule on the jurisdiction of Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh's case.
Kneecap banned from Canada for ‘glorifying terrorist organisations’ | KneecapUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-20
Judge Paul Goldspring arranged for an interpreter for Ó hAnnaidh during the court proceedings.
‘Liam Óg doesn’t like much attention. This is quite a lot of heat for him’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-23
Judge Paul Goldspring is presiding over the case against Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh.
Terrorism case against Kneecap’s Mo Chara adjourned by court in London – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-20
Judge Paul Goldspring is expected to issue a ruling on the case of Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh later on Wednesday.
Member of Irish rap group Kneecap seeks to throw out terrorism charge
Canada· 2025-08-20
Chief Magistrate Paul Goldspring acknowledged Partey’s relocation, stating: 'I understand he’s no longer employed in this country and playing in Spain now.'
See the conditions of Thomas Partey's bail after he appeared in court today
Ghana· 2025-08-05
Judge Paul Goldspring said a further hearing would be held on August 20th.
Terrorism inquiry into Kneecap’s alleged call to murder Tory MPs dropped, Met Police confirms – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-29
The chief magistrate Paul Goldspring told Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh he must attend court on the next hearing date.
Kneecap rapper released on unconditional bail over terror chargeUnited Kingdom· 2025-06-18
Judge Paul Goldspring presided over the hearing for Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh and scheduled a further hearing for August 20th.
terrorism case against group member Mo Chara adjourned by London court – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-18Chief Magistrate Paul Goldspring presided over Russell Brand's court appearance.
Comedian Russell Brand appears in court on rape and sex assault charges
Guyana· 2025-05-03
Judge Paul Goldspring presided over Russell Brand's court hearing.
JK komikas R. Brandas po teismo posėdžio sąlyginai paleistas už užstatą
Lithuania· 2025-05-02
Chief magistrate Paul Goldspring rejected Barton’s account of events as 'vague', convicting him of a single charge of assault by beating.
Joey Barton found guilty of assaulting wife by kicking her in the head at their home – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-25
