Warner convicted and fined for drink-driving
Former Australian cricketer David Warner has been convicted and fined $1500 for mid-range drink-driving. The court heard that the incident has negatively impacted his commercial opportunities in international T20 leagues.
Why it matters
The case illustrates the professional and personal consequences of legal infractions for high-profile public figures.
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Star batter David Warner has been fined and will need an interlock device to drive a vehicle after being convicted for drink-driving in a Sydney court on Tuesday.
The 39-year-old was fined $1500 on Tuesday for mid-range drink-driving after he tried to switch seats with a passenger when approaching a random breath-testing site on Easter Sunday.
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