42 year old man sentenced to just over two years in prison for controlling or coercive behaviour

A 42 year old man has been sentenced to just over two years in prison for controlling or coercive behaviour. 

Nizar Maadoumi had pleaded guilty to the charge at the Magistrates' Court, with the matter sent to the Supreme Court for sentencing.

The Chief Justice, Anthony Dudley, said Maadoumi had engaged in multiple methods of controlling and coercive behaviour, including psychological, emotional and physical abuse including during pregnancy.

Mr Justice Dudley added he showed no remorse.

He granted a reduction of 15 percent for entering a guilty plea, and sentenced Maadoumi to two years and one month in prison.