Criminal Cases
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Commercial
Highland Crusader Fund II Ltd. v UBS (Objector)
The case involved a costs dispute following a sanction hearing for a Scheme of Arrangement related to Highland Crusader Fund II Ltd. The Petitioner sought indemnity costs, arguing that UBS (the Objector) had opposed the scheme solely for commercial advantage. The Objector contended that its opposition raised legitimate issues and that costs should not be awarded against it. The Court had to determine whether the Objector?s participation justified costs or if it should bear expenses due to its opposition.
2011
Court of Appeal (Civil Division) on appeal from Supreme Court of Bermuda
Employment
Cheyra Bell v The Attorney-General The Department of Child and Family Services The Head of Public Service The Public Service Commission
Cheyra Bell employed as a Residential Care Officer was dismissed for gross misconduct due to being under the influence of alcohol; she appealed the decision challenging the disciplinary process
2023
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
Kim Bird v. Francyna Bennette et al
Kim Bird filed an application for costs against the 5th Respondent, Francyna Bennette, arguing that costs should follow the event in a partition action regarding the sale of co-owned property. The Court found that while the usual rule of costs following the event does not strictly apply to partition actions, Bennette?s delays and obstruction contributed to legal expenses. The Court granted Bird 50% of her costs.
2011
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
Minister of Tourism Transport and Municipalities v. The Allied Trust Allied Development Partners Limited
The case concerns an application by the Minister for the termination of arbitration proceedings commenced by the Respondents under the Municipalities Amendment Act 2013 seeking compensation from the Government of Bermuda arising from the voiding of agreements with the Corporation of Hamilton in December 2013. Despite directions and a scheduled hearing the Respondents failed to effectively participate citing a lack of funds
2017
The Supreme Court of Bermuda
Civil
Centre for Justice v. The Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs
The case examines the clash between newly protected rights against discrimination based on sexual orientation and older rights of freedom of conscience and expression in the context of a referendum on same-sex marriage and civil unions. It highlights Bermuda's historical struggle with human rights leading to the 1981 Human Rights Act amendment to include sexual orientation. The Government's failure to appeal the Bermuda Bred Company case led to a referendum contested for potentially undermining protected human rights.
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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