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Criminal Cases

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Shawn Knight (suing on behalf of himself and Gina Knight) v. Dwight Eugene Warren and Wendie Patricia Warren

Contractual dispute over construction and sale of house lack of clear contract claim and counterclaim for damages

2010

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Criminal

R v Alvin Leverock

Assault on elderly man resulting in severe injury

2022

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Human Rights

Harold Darrell and Hardell Entertainment Ltd v. The Bank of Bermuda Limited

Plaintiffs failed to pay awarded costs defendant issued writ of fieri facias against property plaintiffs sought to prevent enforcement and return of property deeds

2013

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

James Watlington v. Shawn Thomas

This case involves applications to set aside and to vary a judgment concerning a promissory note. Shawn Thomas initially disputed the note's validity and his signatures but later acknowledged the note and made repayments. The dispute centered on the correct amount owed with Thomas arguing for a reduction based on payments made supported by a Chartered Accountant's calculations. The court considered the accountant's unchallenged evidence and Thomas's conduct throughout the litigation including his initial denial and allegations of dishonesty.

2023

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Divorce

E vs. K

Short marriage birth of a son separation and divorce proceedings including custody and financial maintenance claims

2016

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Hollis v. Peter Frith & Chrissy Frith

Appellant failed to file Notice of Appeal within prescribed time abused appeal process by delaying without grounds sought stay of execution improperly

2015

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

MERILYN NATALIE POUGH v BEATRICE JOCELYN RAYNOR FRANCIS LILETTE JOHNSTON

Application for occupation rent as further relief on a petition for the partition and sale of a property

2013

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Constitutional

Edward E. Benevides & Others vs. The Attorney General & The Corporation of Hamilton

The Plaintiffs challenged the certification of the Bermuda Public Service Union as the exclusive bargaining unit for non-unionized employees of the Second Defendant. The Defendants were deemed responsible for the situation leading to the dispute

2014

Court of Appeal (Civil Division) on appeal from Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Wong Wen-Young v. Grand View Private Trust Company Limited and others

Dispute over the handling and distribution of assets within the Wang family involving multiple private trust companies and family members

2023

The Court of Appeal for Bermuda

Criminal

The Queen v. Damon Morris and Denise Alberta Morris

Damon Morris convicted of drug offences and possession Denise Morris of money laundering. Issues on no-case ruling and appeal against sentences

2017

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Criminal

Bruce Colin Menzies v The Queen

Menzies was convicted of grievous bodily harm for kicking his partner believed she was an intruder appealed conviction claiming mistaken belief and self-defense

2015

Court of Appeal for Bermuda

Administrative

Edwards v. The Minister of Finance et al

Hiram Edwards a retired police officer was re-employed by the Government of Bermuda leading to disputes over pension payments and deductions based on his employment status and salary under the Public Service Superannuation Act 1981. Issues arose from administrative decisions on pension deductions and retirement age under the Act.

2014

PROPERTY OFFENCES

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PROPERTY OFFENCES

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VIOLENT OFFENCES

  • Assault (Common Assault, ABH, GBH)

  • Wounding

  • Robbery

  • Kidnapping / Unlawful Confinement

  • Manslaughter

  • Murder

  • Attempted Murder

  • Threats to Kill

  • Harassment

  • Stalking

  • Criminal Intimidation

PUBLIC ORDER & ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE

  • Affray

  • Violent Disorder

  • Public Nuisance

  • Perverting the Course of Justice

  • Perjury

  • Escape from Lawful Custody

  • Misconduct in Public Office

PROPERTY OFFENCES

SEXUAL OFFENCES

  • Rape

  • Sexual Assault

  • Unlawful Carnal Knowledge

  • Incest

  • Indecent Assault

  • Possession of Indecent Images of Children

  • Grooming

  • Voyeurism

  • Sexual Exploitation of a Child

PROPERTY OFFENCES

DRUG OFFENCES

  • Possession of Controlled Drugs

  • Possession with Intent to Supply

  • Trafficking in Controlled Drugs

  • Importation of Controlled Drugs

  • Cultivation of Cannabis

PROPERTY OFFENCES

VEHICLE & TRAFFIC OFFENCES

  • Dangerous Driving

  • Careless Driving

  • Driving Whilst Impaired (DUI / Alcohol or Drugs)

  • Failing to Stop or Report an Accident

  • Driving Whilst Disqualified

  • Driving Without Insurance

  • Speeding

  • Vehicle Violations (General - lights, tyres, etc.)

PROPERTY OFFENCES

MISCELLANEOUS OFFENCES

  • Trespassing

  • Carrying an Offensive Weapon

  • Possession of Bladed/Pointed Article

  • Domestic Violence

  • Breach of Protection Order

  • COVID Regulation Breach (during the Emergency Powers period)

  • Money Laundering

  • Child Abuse

  • Animal Cruelty

PROPERTY OFFENCES

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EPHESIANS 6:16

Hindsight law can make mistakes. Consider checking original case studies

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