Criminal Cases
Supreme Court of Bermuda
Commercial
Paul Rodrigues (Trading as Rodrigues Pools) v. Clearwater Development Limited
Dispute over costs following a ruling on applications with the defendant Clearwater Development Limited seeking a significant portion of costs. The court had to decide on the appropriate allocation of costs between the parties taking into account the outcomes of various applications and the overarching principle that costs should generally follow the event
2020
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
DARREN PITCHER v. THE COMMISSIONER OF CORRECTIONS AND PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
Prison officer dismissed for possessing unauthorized cell phone in sensitive prison area challenged disciplinary decisions on grounds of harshness and disproportionality questioned procedural fairness and legal representation rights
2011
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
FREDERICK MEENS -v- DESMOND RICHARDSON
The case centered on the wrongful retention by Richardson of Meens? commercial goods and counterclaims for renovation costs. Meens? claim in conversion was proved leading to an order for the return of goods and damages to be assessed. Richardson?s counterclaim for renovation costs was partially allowed. Each party was ordered to bear their own costs due to Meens' unreasonable conduct in litigation.
2018
Supreme Court of Bermuda
Divorce
C v C
Married in 2009 divorce decree absolute pronounced in August 2017 dispute over former matrimonial home purchased in 2010 with contributions from both parties and the petitioner's parents ancillary relief sought for child maintenance lump sum and property adjustment
2017
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Commercial
Montpelier Reinsurance Ltd. v Manufacturers Property & Casualty Limited
Montpelier Reinsurance Ltd. sought a court-appointed arbitrator after the contractual process for selecting a third arbitrator in a reinsurance dispute broke down. The arbitration agreement contained a clause requiring the third arbitrator to be selected either by mutual agreement or through a lot-drawing mechanism. Montpelier argued that the lot-drawing mechanism had failed, while MPCL insisted that it should have been enforced. The Court had to determine whether it had jurisdiction to directly appoint an arbitrator.
2008
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
Jamel Hardtman Lamont Marshall Larry Marshall Jr v. The Commanding Officer of the Bermuda Regiment The Chairman of the Defence Exemption Tribunal His Excellency the Governor of Bermuda The Minister of National Security
Three applicants members of Bermudians against the Draft refuse military service as conscientious objectors treated differently due to their beliefs and public stance against conscription underwent various forms of mistreatment and legal challenges arrested and detained for failing to comply with military service orders
2011
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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