William H. Hovell, Fined £5

The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser

12 February 1824

Mr. William H. Hovell was indicted for an assault and battery on the person of William Howe, Esq. a Justice of the Peace, and Magistrate for the Territory of New South Wales, while in the exercise of his Magisterial functions in the Courtroom at Minto. Guilty.

Mr. Hovell was directed to pay a fine of £5 to the King, and be discharged.