Cold Chisel guitarist Ian Moss learns fate in court after clocking 115km/h on trip to Brisbane
The legendary rock icon was pulled over by police on the Labour Day long weekend in October last year, but had to wait to learn the nature of any punishment until Tuesday following a court challenge.
The 70-year-old appeared at Downing Centre Local Court beside Cold Chisel's tour manager Chris Bastick and his lawyer Paul McGirr.
Moss reportedly had his Peugeot in cruise control when he was caught by police, the court heard.
According to Mr McGirr, the car did not have an automatic braking system, causing Moss' vehicle to speed up when going down a hill.
Mr Bastick alos provided written evidence to the magistrate, stating the guitarist had done a lot for charity, as he drove to remote towns to do live concerts.
"Because of his legendary status… people will turn up anywhere and pay to listen to him," Mr McGirr said.
His lawyer argued a conviction would deter Moss' plans to travel in the United States on a motorcycle trip.
Magistrate Haskett did not issue a conviction, but a three-month conditional release order was imposed.
"Just keep an eye on your speeding," she warned Moss.
The Cold Chisel guitarist did not provide comment to the media following the decision.
Mr McGirr said Moss was happy with the outcome.
"He's done a lot for the community and he's happy to move on," he said.
Moss is one of the founding members of Cold Chisel.
The band formed in Adelaide in 1973 and produced Aussie household classics such as Flame Trees, Cheap Wine, Khe Sanh, and Bow River.
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