Criminal Cases
The Court of Appeal for Bermuda
Criminal
THE QUEEN -v- DAYMON SIMMONS
Daymon Simmons was convicted for possession and intent to supply various controlled drugs within an increased penalty zone. The drugs included cocaine cannabis and cannabis resin with equipment for drug use also found. Simmons pled guilty and was initially sentenced to concurrent terms for each count leading to a practical term of 6 years for the most severe charge related to cocaine.
2016
Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
HSBC Bank of Bermuda Limited v Gianni Claudio Vigilante Mark Pettingill Rehanna Palumbo Alessandre Paulmbo
HSBC issued a writ against defendants for failing to repay a guaranteed sum of $650000 after borrower's liquidation; claims settled against third and fourth defendants; trial set against Pettingill
2022
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
Centre for Justice v. The Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Preserve Marriage Limited OUTBermuda
The Applicant sought judicial review against the constitutionality and/or legality of the Referendum (Same Sex Relationships) Act 2016 and any Referendum held thereunder arguing it contravened fundamental rights guaranteed under the Constitution and the Human Rights Act 1981. The court examined issues of standing the appropriateness of a referendum on human rights issues and whether the Act and its proposed implementation infringed constitutional rights. The court ultimately refused the application for an injunction to prevent the referendum scheduled for June 23 2016 but granted the relief sought concerning the designation of certain polling rooms highlighting the complex legal and constitutional issues involved.
2016
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
KAREN RAE CLEMONS -v- MINISTER OF EDUCATION
Plaintiff a teacher at CedarBridge Academy alleged a hostile working environment created primarily by the CBA Principal Ms Kalmar Richards causing her psychological and physical harm including PTSD and exacerbated hypertension. Allegations included negligence and intentional infliction of harm due to failure to provide a safe working environment.
2016
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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