Paul McGirr was able to successfully apply for Isaac Newbigging to be discharged into the care of his mental health practitioners who have been dealing with his chronic and serious schizophrenia. He "fell through the cracks" prior to the altercation with police.

It was clear to Magistrate Hamilton at Dubbo Local Court, after extensive submissions from Mr McGirr in conjunction with a report from Dr Olav Nielssen psychiatrist, that our client was suffering from chronic mental illness and that a custodial penalty was unlikely.

Mr Newbigging was released immediately after spending months in custody.