Three accused of publication breaches of Ana Kriégel case win challenge over district court handling of cases

Three brought High Court challenge over judge’s decision that offences were too serious and should be sent for trial before a judge and jury in the circuit court, where penalties are more severe

Ana Kriégel. Picture: Family Handout/PA Wire

Three people accused of breaching publication restrictions during the trial of the murder of teenager Ana Kriégel have won a High Court challenge over how their cases were dealt with in the district court.

The three, who were among 10 charged with similar breaches under the Children Act 2001, were initially told the charges against them could be dealt with in the district court, where penalties are less severe.