Criminal Cases
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Traffic
Levince Roberts v. Fiona Miller
Roberts after a long day with insufficient sleep and sustenance fell asleep while driving and caused an accident injuring Wilson. Issues: Whether Roberts? sleepy state and decision to continue driving constituted careless driving under section 37A of the RTA. Outcomes: Conviction upheld Appeal dismissed
2020
Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
Kate Thomson v. James Thomson and Colonial Insurance Company Limited
On June 14 2013 Colonial Insurance found liable for James Thomson's negligence causing serious injuries to Kate Thomson in a 2006 accident. Contributory negligence due to not wearing a seatbelt. Issues on quantum of damages
2015
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
MICHAEL DUNKLEY JP MP v. MARC BEAN JP MP
The case involves a defamation claim by Michael Dunkley against Marc Bean over a Facebook post on 'Bermuda Elections 2012' page alleging Bean wrote defamatory content about Dunkley being a dishonest hypocrite based on a specific 'thread' from September 30 2013
2014
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Family
In the matter of the Children Act 1998 and in the matter of Case No 10FS0199 (RE C: A CHILD)
The respondent claimed to be the father of 'C' and sought a paternity declaration. The Family Court initially granted leave for blood tests to determine paternity but it was contested whether the court had the jurisdiction to compel blood tests.
2012
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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
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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
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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
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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.)
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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
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