Civil Cases
Supreme Court of Bermuda
Criminal
The Queen v. W.F.S.
The defendant related to the complainant's family charged with sexual offenses against her when she was about 11 years old from September 2016 to June 2017. Complainant lived with her great grandmother following her mother's death and reported being fearful of encountering the defendant.
2019
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
Charles Roger Richardson v. Lyndon D. Raynor
Interaction between statutory criminal defamation and Facebook communication Richardson charged for defamatory Facebook post about Police Inspector C question of whether prosecution contravened his constitutional rights
2011
Supreme Court of Bermuda
Divorce
W.O. v. S.O.
The case involves a divorce proceeding where the petitioner sought ancillary relief for children's periodical payments a lump sum property adjustment and further relief. The respondent failed to comply with court orders and did not present any affidavit evidence leading to a hearing in his absence. The financial positions of both parties were considered with the petitioner presenting a clear picture of both parties' financial circumstances and seeking the majority of matrimonial assets based on their needs and the respondent's unpredictable income.
2019
Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
Quinton Ming et al. v. Commissioner of Education et al.
Quinton Ming and Azuhah Coleman, representing the Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs) of T.N. Tatem Middle School and Victor Scott Primary School, sought judicial review to quash the decision of the Commissioner of Education (COE) to transfer their school principals without consultation. They argued that their legitimate expectation of consultation was breached, as promised by the Ministry of Education in various policy statements. The Respondents contended that the transfers were within their administrative authority and not subject to consultation.
2012
Court of Appeal (Civil Division) on appeal from Supreme Court of Bermuda
Employment
Dr Gina Tucker v The Public Service Commission and The Board of Education
Dr. Tucker sought judicial review against the appointment of Mrs. Kalmar Richards as Commissioner of Education claiming the selection process was flawed and biased
2020
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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