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Family Cases

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Criminal

Lencia Berkeley v. The Queen

Lencia Berkeley convicted for conspiracy to import Delta-9 Tetrahydrocannabinol based on evidence including parcel inspection WhatsApp exchanges and police investigation

2022

The Court of Appeal for Bermuda

Civil

LeYoni Junos v. Bank of Bermuda (HSBC)

Appeals from orders granting possession and sale of home for mortgage non-payment and striking out counterclaim

2011

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Trusts

In the Matter of The Hanover Trust The Dressage Trust and The Vulcano Trust

Trustee sought directions due to breakdown with Settlor and trust illiquidity invoking supervisory jurisdiction over Bermudian trusts

2013

Supreme Court of Bermuda Commercial Court

Commercial

Thomas Doctoroff v. Crown Global Life Insurance Ltd. et al.

Non-payment of withdrawal request investment mismanagement illiquid assets breach of contractual and statutory duties

2021

The Court of Appeal for Bermuda

Civil

The Minister of Telecommunications v. Bermuda Digital Communications

Bermuda Digital Communications Ltd. ("BDC"), trading as Cellular One, launched a wireless internet service called "The Bull," which allowed desktop PCs to connect to the internet using wireless technology. The Minister of Telecommunications argued that BDC was operating outside the scope of its Class B License under the Telecommunications Act 1986, which permitted telecommunications services "within Bermuda" but not transmission "to and from Bermuda." The Minister contended that BDC required a Class C License, which it had applied for but was denied. BDC challenged the Minister�s decision, arguing that its existing license permitted the service.

2007

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Criminal

The Queen v. Melissa Burton

Melissa Burton charged with theft (5 counts) and abuse of a senior alleged online banking transactions from USA to Bermuda

2018

The Supreme Court of Bermuda

Commercial

Golar LNG Ltd. v World Nordic SE

Golar LNG Ltd. seeks an appraisal under section 103 of the Companies Act 1981 of its shares in BW Gas Limited after World Nordic SE issued a notice to acquire outstanding shares arguing the offer undervalued the shares

2011

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Divorce

John Albert Gray Gibbons v. Juliette Ann Louise Gibbons

Divorced couple dispute over property transfer and consent order claims of duress and non-disclosure by husband

2010

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Criminal

The King v Nancy Vieira

N/A

2023

Supreme Court of Bermuda Appellate Jurisdiction

Criminal

Fiona Miller (Police Sergeant) v. Coreen Scott

Coreen Scott charged with sending indecent video numerous adjournments and legal representation issues

2018

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Commercial

Capital Partners Securities Co Ltd v. Sturgeon Central Asia Balanced Fund Ltd

Petitioner sought to wind-up the respondent fund on grounds of unjust acts succeeded partially by proving unlawful amendment of Bye-Laws but failed to establish bad faith or a right to wind-up by a specific date

2017

Supreme Court of Bermuda

Civil

Peiris v. R Daniels et al

Plaintiff a former employee suffered an industrial injury sought compensation due to directors' failure to secure workers' insurance resulting in a breach of statutory duty

2015

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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