This has upset me.
Why, with what is an unprovoked assault, are they even discussing whether or not a custodial sentence is appropriate?
If this happened in the street and did not involve a motorist and a cyclist, the bloke would be locked up no question.
Why can't his insurance company pay or his business accident cover pay.Then they could take him to court for repayment.
Slightly more here: http://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/road-rage-plumber-pulled-triathlete-from-her-bike-1-8797355
This puzzles me "He was due to be sentenced yesterday but Recorder Nicholas Barker told him he must prove he can work to pay compensation to Mrs Livesey or face a possible prison sentence."
So, if he can persuade the court that he will pay £20 a week for the next 10 years, that gives him a get out of jail card does it?