Criminal Cases
Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
Geoffrey Lynn Randall Willcocks v. Joseph E. Wakefield and Wakefield Quin Limited
Plaintiff is a beneficiary of a trust. Defendants accused of mismanaging trust funds leading to loss. First Defendant transferred trust funds to a third party without enforceable security resulting in loss.
2023
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
In the Estate of BARBARA ELOISE HOLLIS DECEASED
Barbara Eloise Hollis died intestate on March 9 1981 leaving a property in St. Georges parish as the sole estate asset. Defendant Lisa Hollis administered the estate involved in legal disputes regarding adjacent land and estate management leading to this case by plaintiff Winslow Hollis for proper estate administration
2011
Supreme Court of Bermuda Appellate Jurisdiction
Civil
Bernard Simmons v. Caroline Lapsley
The Plaintiff, a landlord, brought an appeal against two Magistrates' Court rulings concerning his tenant, Caroline Lapsley. The first case involved a claim for unpaid rent, which was dismissed as the rent had already been paid before the hearing. The second case concerned the Plaintiff?s attempt to evict the Defendant for renovations. The Magistrate dismissed the eviction application, ruling that the Plaintiff had not provided sufficient evidence that the renovations required the premises to be vacated.
2007
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Commercial
Artha Master Fund LLC v. Dufry South America
Plaintiff sought court appraisal of fair value of its shares in Dufry South America Ltd following disagreement over share valuation after a merger and amalgamation agreement. Plaintiff invoked statutory right under section 106(6) of the Companies Act 1981.
2011
Supreme Court of Bermuda Commercial Court
Company
In the Matter of Fullsun International Holdings Group Co. Ltd.
The case involves the leveraged acquisition of assets in Hong Kong by Fullsun International through its subsidiary and subsequent financial challenges leading to a winding-up petition by Harbor Sure (HK) Investments Limited due to non-payment and default
2022
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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