Former drummer of the Australian rock band AC/DC, Phil Rudd, who was arrested a few weeks back, has recently been remanded on bail. Rudd in a New Zealand court on Monday, August 3, and was charged for breaching his home detention rules, according to reports.
Following his earlier arrest, a New Zealand judge allowed the rock star to be confined in his home while on bail, until a hearing is set in late November. During his 8-month home detention, Rudd is banned from drinking alcohol and has been deprived of using unprescribed drugs.
Reports say that Rudd would face additional sanctions if ever proven that he is breaking his home-detention conditions.
However, the 61-year-old musician has pleaded not guilty of the accusations that he was drinking alcohol, which is a lower form of violation.
Rudd, after being asked by reporters during his hearing on Monday if he was nervous about what's coming as the case runs, said "No, the only thing I'm nervous about is I don't, I don't actually know what's going on."
While Rudd allowed himself to chat shortly with the reporters outside the District Court, his lawyer strictly did not allow him to entertain questions related to the case.
Phil Rudd made a short appearance in the Tauranga District Court after he appealed not guilty of the charges and was remanded to appear on his trial hearing scheduled on November 24.
Prosecutor Anna Pollet said that "very strong evidence" was seen and the case could possibly go further. During his previous hearing on July 9, Rudd was given warnings by the court's Judge, Thomas Ingram, who said that he would be sent to jail if he fails to follow the conditions under his sentence.
He said, "I stone-cold guarantee that's where you'll end up. I'm not your headmaster, I'm not your father, I'm a judge."
AC/DC is currently on their 'Rock or Bust' world tour with British drummer, Chris Slade, who is serving as Rudd's replacement for the tour.
