Civil Cases
Supreme Court of Bermuda
Criminal
Art Simons v. Fiona Miller
Art Simons a prison officer convicted for possession with intent to supply cannabis and attempting to introduce contraband into Westgate Correctional Facility. Prosecution evidence based on Simons bringing contraband in toiletries. Defence challenges included the inadequacy of judicial findings and the absence of DNA evidence
2018
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
Smith v. Smith
The case involves Buford Smith appealing against an eviction order made by Magistrate Tyrone Chin on the grounds of rental arrears breach of the landlord/tenant agreement and offensive behavior. The property in question belongs to their parents and Buford claims it as his birthright. Janette Smith the respondent sought eviction based on these grounds
2013
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
TRUSTEE L AND OTHERS v. THE ATTORNEY GENERAL AND OTHERS
This case concerned an application by Trustee L and other trustees of Bermuda purpose trusts seeking Beddoe relief. The plaintiffs, as trustees, sought the court's directions regarding their defense against claims made by the second defendant (D2). D2, the child of a deceased settlor, challenged the validity of the trust, alleging undue influence, improper constitution, and uncertainty. The trustees requested an indemnity to defend the trust and permission to use trust assets to continue trust operations, including share purchases and limited charitable donations.
2015
Supreme Court of Bermuda Commercial Court
Commercial
D. E Shaw Oculus Portfolios L.L.C. D. E Shaw Valence Portfolios L.L.C. CR Intrinsic Investments L.L.C. vs. Orient-Express Hotels Ltd. Orient-Express Holdings 1 Limited et al.
Petitioners holding shares in Orient-Express Hotels challenge the company's voting structure and board decisions particularly the control exerted by the B shares held by a subsidiary.
2010
PROPERTY OFFENCES
PROPERTY OFFENCES
VIOLENT OFFENCES
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Assault (Common Assault, ABH, GBH)
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Wounding
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Robbery
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Kidnapping / Unlawful Confinement
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Manslaughter
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Murder
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Attempted Murder
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Threats to Kill
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Harassment
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Stalking
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Criminal Intimidation
PUBLIC ORDER & ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE
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Affray
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Violent Disorder
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Public Nuisance
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Perverting the Course of Justice
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Perjury
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Escape from Lawful Custody
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Misconduct in Public Office
PROPERTY OFFENCES
SEXUAL OFFENCES
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Rape
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Sexual Assault
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Unlawful Carnal Knowledge
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Incest
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Indecent Assault
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Possession of Indecent Images of Children
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Grooming
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Voyeurism
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Sexual Exploitation of a Child
PROPERTY OFFENCES
DRUG OFFENCES
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Possession of Controlled Drugs
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Possession with Intent to Supply
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Trafficking in Controlled Drugs
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Importation of Controlled Drugs
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Cultivation of Cannabis
PROPERTY OFFENCES
VEHICLE & TRAFFIC OFFENCES
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Dangerous Driving
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Careless Driving
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Driving Whilst Impaired (DUI / Alcohol or Drugs)
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Failing to Stop or Report an Accident
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Driving Whilst Disqualified
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Driving Without Insurance
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Speeding
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Vehicle Violations (General - lights, tyres, etc.)
PROPERTY OFFENCES
MISCELLANEOUS OFFENCES
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Trespassing
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Carrying an Offensive Weapon
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Possession of Bladed/Pointed Article
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Domestic Violence
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Breach of Protection Order
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COVID Regulation Breach (during the Emergency Powers period)
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Money Laundering
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Child Abuse
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Animal Cruelty
PROPERTY OFFENCES
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