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Criminal Cases

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Immigration

J.S. Millar v Minister of Labour Home Affairs and Housing (Now the Minister for National Security)

Jennifer Susan Millar seeking Bermuda status for her daughters based on her domicile in Bermuda at their times of birth argued against the Minister's decision which was based on insufficient evidence of her Bermudian domicile

2011

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

The Rockaway Corporation v. Sara Joseph

The plaintiff alleged nuisance by noise against the defendant tenant for loud music and arguments. The defendant and her witnesses denied these allegations presenting a counter-narrative of harassment by a neighbor. The court found the defendant and her witnesses credible determining that the noise level was consistent with ordinary residential use and did not constitute a nuisance.

2014

Supreme Court of Bermuda Appellate Jurisdiction

Criminal

Russ Ford II v. Lyndon Raynor

Ford found with cannabis charged for possession and intent to supply resisted arrest pleaded guilty to lesser charges

2012

Court of Appeal (Criminal Division) on appeal from the Supreme Court of Bermuda

Criminal

Anthony Davis v The King

Anthony Davis pleaded guilty to murder attacked Morrisa Moniz with intent to kill evidenced by CCTV and 911 call transcript resulted in multiple sharp force injuries and manual strangulation

2023

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Divorce

JC vs. BC

Dispute revolves around ownership of Rev Automotive established and run by JC but claimed by BC post-separation

2013

Supreme Court of Bermuda Appellate Jurisdiction

Criminal

Michael C. Diel v. Lee-Roma Swan

The Appellant, Michael Diel, was convicted in the Magistrates? Court for refusing to take a breath test, using offensive words, and violently resisting arrest. He was sentenced to probation for two years, fined $1,000, and disqualified from driving for one year. The appeal was against the probation order, arguing that it was excessive and restricted his ability to study abroad.

2009

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

S v F (Re Child Maintenance)

Appellant appealed Family Court's refusal of child maintenance application citing Respondent's arrears and lack of support. Respondent claimed he provided support through groceries transport and contributions despite not giving money directly

2013

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Traffic

Gareth Finighan v The Queen

Dispute over a traffic collision roundabout use evidence consideration expert testimony

2017

SUPREME COURT OF BERMUDA

Civil

RONALD FREDERICK TERCEIRA v. HAROLD MICHAEL TERCEIRA NADINE JOY DECOUTO KARON MARIE TERCEIRA CAROL-ANN TERCEIRA DAVID ALAN LIVINGSTON TERCEIRA LINDA CLAIRE WILKINSON

Dispute over beneficial entitlement to property and land at 5 Marsh Lane Devonshire Parish following promises and investments made by the Plaintiff based on his late father's promise

2010

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Wandra Ann Pedro v. Department of Child and Family Services

Claims against DCFS for negligence in child supervision and care between 2008 and 2010 seeking damages for pain and suffering

2019

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Brittonie Taylor v HE Governor and Minister of Immigration

Taylor a Jamaican national residing in Bermuda since 2000 with Bermudian family was ordered for deportation following a conviction; seeks judicial review for lack of full disclosure and a fair hearing

2021

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Kate Ransom Wilson Grayken v. John Patrick Grayken

Plaintiff sought amendments to include causes of action in fraudulent misrepresentation negligent misrepresentation mistake and breach of contract regarding the classification of an asset Tsunami I in a divorce settlement agreement. The defendant argued these new causes were statute-barred

2010

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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