Convicted sex offender Gary Glitter, known by his real name Paul Gadd, has recently faced a significant blow as he was declared bankrupt. The reason behind this financial downfall stems from his failure to fulfill a court-ordered payment of over £500,000 to a woman he abused back when she was just 12 years old.
Legal Battle and Conviction
Back in 2015, the disgraced pop star was convicted of sexually abusing this woman during the period between 1975 and 1980, along with two other individuals. This led to a legal battle that resulted in Gadd being ordered to compensate the victim with an amount totaling £508,800.
Bankruptcy Declaration
The recent declaration of bankruptcy for the now 80-year-old Gary Glitter highlights his inability or unwillingness to meet his financial obligations towards the victim. Richard Scorer, head of abuse law at Slater and Gordon representing one of the victims mentioned that Gadd’s lack of cooperation showcases contempt towards his victims.
Expert Insight:
“It’s not uncommon for perpetrators like Gary Glitter who demonstrate such behavior even after convictions to face severe consequences like bankruptcy,” says Dr. Emily Harris, a psychologist specializing in trauma recovery.
Impact on Parole Application
Scorer also expressed concerns regarding Gadd’s unchanged behavior and lack of remorse which could affect any future parole applications. The hope is that authorities will consider these factors when evaluating Gadd’s eligibility for release due to the ongoing risk he poses to society.
Following his initial conviction which led to a 16-year prison sentence starting in 2015, Gary Glitter was released on parole in February 2023 after serving half of his term. However, just six weeks post-release, he found himself back behind bars for violating the terms of his release by allegedly accessing inappropriate child-related content online.
Legal Proceedings and Compensation Claim
The victim who remains unnamed legally pursued compensation from Gadd through a legal process that shed light on the profound impact of the abuse on her life. Testimonies revealed how she had been unable to hold down employment due to psychological distress stemming from her traumatic experiences at such a young age.
Judge Mrs. Justice Tipples presiding over the case acknowledged that Gadd’s actions inflicted severe emotional and psychological harm on the claimant – ruining her education and leaving lasting mental scars that have hampered her ability to live a fulfilling life.
Judge’s Ruling
In delivering her verdict against Gary Glitter, Judge Tipples emphasized how he failed even to acknowledge or respond regarding the compensation claim brought against him. This lack of engagement ultimately resulted in him losing the legal battle by default as he did not partake in crucial court proceedings where decisions about damages were made.
Understanding cases like this offers insight into both legal procedures surrounding abuse claims and their implications for victims’ pursuit of justice amidst challenges presented by perpetrators refusing accountability.
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