So I just had another look at this Ann, and the words "first...

So I just had another look at this Ann, and the words "first mention date" grabbed my attention. Found this info on how proceedings take place. I added the dates.

Mention   14/10/2018

In the Magistrates' Court, all summary matters begin as a mention hearing. This is the first date on which the matter is listed before the court. If the accused pleads guilty the matter can be heard and determined at the mention hearing.
Contest Mention ??/??/????

A hearing where all parties and the magistrate try to decide whether a case can be resolved by finding common ground between them. This is the hearing before the matter proceeds to a summary hearing.
Summary Hearing ??/??/????

A summary hearing will take place if the accused pleads not guilty to the charge(s). At this hearing, both parties present their case to the Court and a magistrate will determine the outcome.


Not that I'm big on law or it's proceedings, and this is Jimo but if this is some kind of indication of how it works based on case scenario, we may be in for a very long wait.