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Criminal Cases

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Aeolus Re Ltd vs. CS ILS SICAV-SIF et al.

Dispute over entitlement to US $20 million collateral following Typhoon Jebi and compliance with Swap Confirmation agreements

2021

The Court of Appeal for Bermuda

Criminal

Ricardo Valentine Stewart v The Queen

Stewart a Jamaican cruise ship employee attempted to import cocaine into Bermuda. He enlisted a coworker Adrian Morris to move the drugs offering $1500 for the task. The plan was uncovered after the bag containing cocaine was discovered by ship's staff leading to Stewart's conviction

2012

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Property

Richardson v. Tuzo

Dismissal of the plaintiff's claim

2007

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Divorce

Denise Anne Peniston vs. David Stuart Peniston

25+ years marriage divorce filed 11 July 2012 decree nisi 31 August 2012 absolute 8 October 2012 consent order 22 January 2014 financial disputes over maintenance payments and property transfers

2016

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Criminal

Everett Jahni Bean v Travis Powell (Police Sgt)

The appellant appealed against his conviction and sentence for possession of a small amount of cannabis found in his cell arguing insufficient preparation time and excessive sentencing

2015

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Criminal

Nicai Lambert v The Queen

Lambert carrying $67793 undeclared cash at airport claimed as savings from taxi driving. Crown sought forfeiture under Proceeds of Crime Act alleging drug trafficking proceeds

2020

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Jonathan Ingham and Nicholas Ingham vs. Claudia Marie Ruth Radigan Wardman Alec R. Anderson Butterfield Trust (Bermuda) Limited Stephen Whitaker Kempe

The case involves a dispute over the estate of Elfrida Chappell among her grandchildren and executors/trustees regarding payments made from the deceased's account alleged undue influence by George Wardman and his wife and issues around confidentiality and privacy orders related to documents from the Royal Court of Guernsey. Executors sought to set aside a Privacy Order granted by the Supreme Court of Bermuda arguing it was unlawful and against open justice principles

2021

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Orlaford Ltd. v. Deauville Communications et al.

Plaintiff Orlaford alleged Defendants conspired to cause loss of royalties by breaching License Agreement. Defendants managed entities entering into service agreements affecting Plaintiff's royalties.

2011

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Bermuda Bred Company v Minister of Home Affairs et al

Claim for equal immigration treatment for same-sex partners of Bermudian citizens differential treatment under immigration law

2015

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Leslie Leon Richard Steede Jr v. Jibri Lewis & Shanelle Lewis

Dispute over right of way claimed by plaintiff based on historical usage and will

2017

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Divorce

E. E. Y. v. D. S. Y.

Dispute over child's education and associated costs

2018

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Dr. Asad Qamar v. Bermuda Medical Council

Dr. Qamar's application to register as a medical practitioner in Bermuda was refused due to issues of 'good character' based on previous qui tam claims and disciplinary actions in the US including a Medicare and Medicaid exclusion and settlements with the DOJ and OIG. Despite significant professional achievements and contributions concerns over financial penalties and potential public trust implications led to the refusal

2021

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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