News / Kill the Bill
‘Kill the bill’ protester cleared of riot but found guilty of arson
A protester charged following unrest outside Bridewell Police Station on March 21 2021 has been acquitted of riot.
Jasmine York, of Paintworks, Arnos Vale, was also cleared of arson, being reckless as to whether life was endangered.
But the jury found the 26-year-old guilty of the lesser charge of arson by a majority of ten to two.
is needed now More than ever
The verdict was returned on Monday following a trial at Bristol Crown Court that lasted almost six days, during which events that made headlines around the world were replayed.
People turned out to support Jasmine as the trial started at Bristol Crown Court – photo: Betty Woolerton
People turned out onto the streets of Bristol on March 21 last year to protest the proposed Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill, which would give police increased powers to curtail protests, among other things. It was one of many demonstrations of its kind across the country.
York denied all charges against her relating to the disorder outside Bridewell Police Station.
She is due to be sentenced on March 14 and has been granted unconditional bail until then.
York will be the 14th person to be sentenced over the events on March 21 last year.
Police say the 13 people sentenced so far have been jailed for a combined total of 51 years and eight months.
Main photo: Bristol24/7
Read more: Protesters gather ahead of kill the bill trial
Listen to the latest Bristol24/7 Behind the Headlines podcast:
Our top newsletters emailed directly to you
