Criminal Cases
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Employment
Frances Stewart v Fairmont Hamilton
Stewart a Payroll Administrator was summarily dismissed for 'gross negligence' for forwarding an email with confidential salary information to the management team leading to her dismissal and the loss of several employees due to the breach of confidence
2013
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
THE COMMISSIONER OF POLICE -v- THE PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION and OSWIN PEREIRA
A police officer PC Oswin Pereira pursued tased and arrested a suspect Talundae Grant turning off his body camera before allegedly assaulting the suspect. Despite being found not guilty in court disciplinary proceedings were initiated for gross misconduct. The disciplinary panel recommended dismissal but the Public Service Commission overturned this decision imposing a final written warning instead. The case involves issues of operational dishonesty the suppression of evidence and the integrity of police officers in investigations.
2021
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
TERRY LYNN THOMPSON v THE PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION HIS EXCELLENCY THE GOVERNOR OF BERMUDA THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
Ms. Terry Lynn Thompson sought judicial review against the decision not to appoint her as the Director of Parks challenging the recruitment process and the decision's legality under the Bermuda Constitution Order 1968 and the Public Service Commission Regulations 2001. She argued the process was flawed and her acting appointment and subsequent non-appointment violated her legitimate expectation to be substantively appointed
2021
Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
Bermuda Investment Advisory Services Limited v. Aurelia Research (Bermuda) Limited
Plaintiff claimed rent due under a lease Defendant changed its name and entered voluntary liquidation issue of costs due to failure of Defendant to inform court or Plaintiff of liquidation and name change
2013
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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