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Criminal Cases

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

DEBORAH LYNN SMITH -v- (1) ARNOLD BROWN (trading as ?CKS Design?) (2) CORI BROWN (trading as ?CKS Design?)

The case concerns failure to comply with court orders for discovery related to a construction project specifically invoices for kitchen cabinets vanities tile and countertops

2014

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

IN THE MATTER OF ABC TRUSTS

Legal principles Trustees' duties tax negotiation outcome

2014

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

Criminal

Jahmico Trott v The Queen

Trott attempted to murder Daniel Adams leading to a retrial after a successful appeal against a prior conviction. The incident involved firearms and was captured on CCTV. Trott was convicted based on majority verdict and substantial forensic evidence.

2022

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Sousa v. Ricketts

Dispute over boat repairs payment and quality of work

2008

The Court of Appeal for Bermuda

Criminal

AB v THE QUEEN

AB convicted of sexual exploitation of his young daughter evidence of out of court complaints admitted defense argued fabrication no medical evidence provided on alleged injuries failure to call witness GH discharge summary not presented

2017

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

BS&R Group Limited v. Westport Architecture and C.W. Construction and Landscaping Limited

Dispute over payment for carpentry services on three construction projects contractual obligations and proper defendant between architectural firm and construction company

2021

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Commercial

Validus Holdings Ltd. v. IPC Holdings Ltd. and Max Capital Group Ltd.

Bid by Validus to acquire IPC opposed by IPC's board Validus's minor shareholding proposed scheme of arrangement under Companies Act 1981

2009

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Commercial

IN THE MATTER OF NORTH MINING SHARES COMPANY LIMITED

The company sought voluntary winding-up and appointment of JPLs due to insolvency supported by the affidavit of Mr. Zhao Jian detailing the company's debt and restructuring efforts including the Gold Pearl Sale and renegotiating debt with SFund. The majority of creditors supported the appointment of JPLs except Natu. The company's petition strategically filed to meet procedural requirements for the appointment of JPLs emphasizing the company's balance sheet solvency but liquidity issues

2020

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Minister of Home Affairs v Bermuda Industrial Union (BIU) et al

Dispute over collective bargaining agreements application for permanent injunction refused declaratory relief granted

2016

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

PMC v VNL

Application by father for summary return of his daughter to Bermuda from Texas based on earlier order. Child lived with father in Bermuda for 10 years then stayed with mother in Texas against father's wishes. Issues around child's health and well-being and disputes over custody and residence.

2022

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Family

RB v MB

Appeal against a Family Court care order placing child BR in care of biological father due to allegations of abuse by stepfather RB. Extended care orders and supervised access for parents.

2014

The Court of Appeal for Bermuda

Criminal

Andre Kirk Everett Hypolite v The Queen

Hypolite convicted of murder and unlawful wounding claims of failure to direct jury properly

2020

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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