This charge falls under the Public Order Act and carries a penalty of up to five years in prison. They are scheduled to return to court on June 25, 2025 to defend the charges.
Bail was set at $30,000 for both John and Charles, all of whom had their sureties accepted by the court. However, Durand who was similarly charged, was denied bail and remanded in custody at the State prison.
His lawyers have said that they will appeal the matter in the High Court.
The protest, which took place on March 19, escalated into a confrontation with police, resulting in the use of tear gas and rock bullets, injuring several participants.