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Criminal Cases

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Family

Latisha Cheryl Moranda Lightbourne v. Shawn Amiel Ainsworth Thomas

Family Court lacked jurisdiction for custody of an adult previously under its care necessitating Supreme Court intervention

2016

Court of Appeal (Civil Division) Bermuda

Family

Michael Woodroffe v Pamela Woodroffe (Nee Collins)

Appeal against trial judge s award of maintenance arrears reduction from $185456.35 to $75863.87 criticism of trial judge s acceptance of claims without proper justification

2021

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Traffic

Denzil Nelson v. Fiona Miller

Nelson was arrested for impaired driving after being found in the driver's seat with the engine on; challenged the interpretation of 'care or control' under the law

2019

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Rita Furbert v Williston Furbert and Dawn Furbert

Misappropriation of funds by defendants breach of verbal agreement allowing plaintiff life tenancy in exchanged property misallocation of sale proceeds from plaintiff?s property undue influence in financial decisions post-husband's death defendants' failure to assist in securing alternative housing for plaintiff leading to her financial distress

2023

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

BERMUDA BRED COMPANY v THE MINISTER OF HOME AFFAIRS AND THE ATTORNEY-GENERAL

Bermuda Bred Co., a company advocating for equal rights, challenged the Bermuda Immigration and Protection Act 1956, arguing that same-sex partners of Bermudians were unfairly denied the same rights as heterosexual spouses under immigration law. The company sought judicial review, claiming that this policy was discriminatory under section 5 of the Human Rights Act 1981. The government attempted to strike out the case, arguing that the company lacked standing and that the Immigration Act was not subject to human rights law. The court had to determine whether the Human Rights Act had primacy over the Immigration Act and if same-sex partners should be granted equal residency rights.

2015

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Criminal

R v Rashaun Codrington

Defendant pleaded guilty to murder with discrepancies in plea basis regarding premeditation and circumstances of the attack

2013

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Nkwe Platinum Limited v. Glendina Pty Limited & Others Genorah Resources (Pty) Limited

Dispute over the legal effect of company amalgamation under Bermuda law specifically whether amalgamated company is a 'new company' and if there is a 'transfer' of property

2021

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Butterfield Trust (Bermuda) Limited et al v. Matthew Watson

Change of trust's governing law extension of trust duration application of Perpetuities and Accumulations Act 2009

2022

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Criminal

Somner v. The Queen Tucker v. Fiona Miller (Police Sergeant)

Appellants challenged their sentences for impaired driving offences seeking referral to the Drug Treatment Court (DTC) instead under the contention that Magistrates erred in not applying Section 68 of the Criminal Code which allows for DTC consideration

2016

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Rachelle Frisby and John Johnston v. Harold Joseph Darrell

Defendant's bankruptcy appointment of Plaintiffs as trustees conflict of interest allegations against Plaintiff's legal counsel

2022

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

CHURCH BAY TRUST CO. LTD. v. HER MAJESTY S ATTORNEY GENERAL FOR BERMUDA

Settlor intended for Trust to benefit family and friends beyond his and his aunt's death but a drafting mistake limited this to his lifetime

2017

The Court of Appeal for Bermuda

Civil

Minister of Education v Karen Clemons

summary of Between 2000 and 2006 Ms Clemons was employed as an IT teacher at Cedarbridge Academy and claimed injury from exacerbating her pre-existing hypertension due to a stressful work environment though her claim for PTSD was rejected. The Chief Justice found the Minister for Education liable for exacerbating hypertension with damages to be assessed later. The Appellant appealed

2018

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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Hindsight law can make mistakes. Consider checking original case studies

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