Australian lawyer’s are saying Corey’s parents are not liable.
http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23058917-2,00.html
Legally, it would be ridiculous for the police to expect a 16 year old to pay a $20,000 fine. Unless he already had a ridiculous promoting job from his fame.
http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23054390-2,00.html