Boris Johnson must go on trial for 'lying and misleading' in Brexit campaign, judge orders

[brooklynite]

Source: The Independent

Boris Johnson is to go on trial for allegedly “lying and misleading the British public” about the consequences of Brexit.

A judge summonsed the Conservative MP to appear in court after a member of the public launched a private prosecution over claims EU membership was costing the UK £350m a week.

District Judge Margot Coleman threw out arguments by Mr Johnson’s lawyers that the case was a “vexatious” attempt to undermine the result of the 2016 referendum.

A written judgment handed down on Wednesday said: “Having considered all the relevant factors, I am satisfied that this is a proper case to issue the summons as requested for the three offences [of misconduct in a public office].

Read more: https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/boris-johnson-trial-brexit-court-lying-prosecution-nhs-vote-leave-a8934451.html

[Bernardo de La Paz]

1. This is excellent news. Farage also deserves to be charged. He admitted on TV that he had lied. . nt

[calimary]

6. YES. Throw in that cocky detestable fucker Farage.

[SunSeeker]

2. K & R

[Myrddin]

3. A good 2 years too late, I fear?

The illegalities of the Brexit referendum should have been taken to the courts in the first 12 months. Parliament managed to stifle any meaningful action with the 'will o' the people' mantra.

If the case flames BoJo the Clown's attempt at becoming PM that would be a consolation, I suppose? However, we just get one of the other right-wing foaming at the mouth fuck-wits instead.

Meanwhile UK still drives the bus over the bloody cliff. The brake lines have already been cut.

Good spot though Brooklynite, cheers for the post.

[Javaman]

4. good, this piece of shit needs to be put on trial. only one question...

when will the trial begin? november 1st?

[3Hotdogs]

5. I know a lying piece of shit who lies every day. Nothing's gonna happen to him.

Its not fair.

[Pantagruel]

7. Bigger picture

Has a politician lying now become actionable? Really?

[moondust]

10. "misconduct in public office"

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The former foreign secretary faces three allegations of misconduct in public office...
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What is misconduct in public office?

- It's an ancient offence with roots back to the 13th Century

- It can only be brought against someone who is exercising some kind of official function - such as a civil servant, a prison officer or someone else entrusted to carry out a public role

- Someone is guilty of the offence if a prosecution can prove that the official wilfully neglected to perform their duty - or "misconducts" themselves - to such a degree that it amounts to an abuse of the public's trust in the office holder

- The offence can lead to life imprisonment
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http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-politics-48445430

[LanternWaste]

11. Must be a tough old world for you when people are held responsible for their own words.

Bigger picture, indeed.

[Pachamama]

8. Oops - does this disqualify him from becoming the Prime Minister?

One certainly hope the Brits figure that out in advance....

[ArizonaLib]

9. Conservatives always cry 'will of the people' when they win

When they lose, they cry foul, do over, wasn't conservative enough, and then proceed toward fixing the next election by whatever means they deem necessary to win. Forget democracy, decency and humanity - they just want to win.

[DeminPennswoods]

12. Isn't he supposed to be May's successor?

This would appear to throw a monkey wrench in that plan.

[Blue_Tires]

13. LOL

[paleotn]

14. Lock his disheveled ass up!

[JudyM]

15. Imagine. Lying and misleading the public is cause for prosecution.

[Aussie105]

16. Spreading misinformation

to achieve a specific outcome in your audience is kind of underhanded.
Boris will get told off for it.

In the US, it earns you a pat on the back.

How many lies has Trump told so far? The cheers for doing so far outweigh the 'naughty boy!' responses.

Anyhow, Theresa May is passing on the Poisoned Chalice that is Brexit. Only an idiot would want to take her place. (Not looking at you, Boris, seriously!)

Brexit has no solution. End of story.