Digest – 14th July 2025

THE EASTERN CARIBBEAN SUPREME COURT STATUS HEARING VIDEO CONFERENCE SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS Monday 14th July 2025 Case Name: Shawn Richards v Nigel Carty [SKBHCVAP2020/0013] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mrs. Natasha Grey-Brookes Respondent: Ms. Renal Edwards Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court of Appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025 to allow the parties to make inquiries in relation to the preparation of the transcript of proceedings in this matter and take the necessary steps thereafter to progress the appeal. Reason: The Court noted that the transcript had not yet been received or completed. Case Name: Kelvin Daly v Alexis Jeffers [NEVHCVAP2024/0012] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Angela Cozier Respondents: Mr. Brian Barnes and Ms. Leigh-Anne Wellington for 1st respondent No appearances for the 2nd and 3rd respondents Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:

1.The appellant shall file and serve an affidavit of service evidencing proof of service of the Notice of Appeal and the Record of Appeal on the 2nd named respondent MARK BRANTLEY and the 3rd named respondent GRANDSON'S TRUCKING SERVICES LTD, on or before 25th July 2025.

2.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court of Appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025. Reason: The Court noted that there was no evidence of service on the 2nd and 3rd respondents although counsel for the appellant indicated that they were served. Case Name: Jahari Bart v The King [SKBHCRAP2025/0005] formerly [SKBHCRAP2017/0001] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Tim Prudhoe and Ms. Iasha Usher Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The Registrar of the High Court shall continue efforts to prepare the transcript of proceedings in this matter and serve the same on the parties or provide an update to the parties on or before 5th September 2025. 2. The matter is adjourned to the next Status Hearing for court of appeal sitting for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025. Reason: The Court noted that although the record of appeal with the transcript had been prepared and served on the parties, there were some discrepancies with the transcript which in turn did not accurately reflect the proceedings. The Registrar of the High Court indicated that the process is ongoing in trying to get the transcript rectified. Case Name: Sylvester James v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2019/0012] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Craig Tuckett Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The Registrar of the High Court shall provide a copy of the authorization code for the appellant on counsel for the appellant on or before 16th July 2025. 2. Counsel for the appellant shall take the necessary steps to represent case for the appellant on the E-Litigation Portal on or before 18th July 2025.

3.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court of appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for the 1st December 2025 to allow counsel for the appellant to review the Record of appeal and take the necessary steps to progress the appeal. Reason: The appellant recently retained counsel who had not yet had been provided with the authorization code and had not yet had an opportunity to peruse the Record of Appeal. Case Name: Reece Walters v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2020/0006] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Romel Watkins Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The Registrar of the High Court shall provide a copy of the authorization code for the appellant on counsel for the appellant on or before 16th July 2025. 2. Counsel for the appellant shall take the necessary steps to represent case for the appellant on the E-Litigation Portal on or before 18th July 2025. 3. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court of appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025, to allow counsel to review the file. Reason: The appellant indicated that he wanted the Court to appoint him with legal representation. Case Name: Brandon-Lee Wells v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2020/0007] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Chesley Hamilton and Mr. Kamau Grant Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The Registrar of the High Court shall provide a copy of the authorization code for the respondent on counsel for the respondent on or before 16th July 2025. 2. Counsel for the respondent shall take the necessary steps to represent case on the E-Litigation Portal for the respondent on or before 18th July 2025. 3. The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 31st October 2025.

4.The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 2nd December 2025.

5.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply, if necessary, on or before 17th December 2025.

6.This appeal will be listed for hearing at a Court of Appeal sitting for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar on the matter being ready for hearing. Reason: Having noted that the record of appeal and transcript had been served on both parties and that both parties were represented by counsel, the Court gave directions for the filing of written submissions. Orvis Kasim Pogson v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2022/0006] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Vadeesha John-Brookes Respondent: Mrs. Greatess Gordon - Hazel Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court of Appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025 to allow counsel for the appellant to review the Record of Appeal and make any applications necessary in relation to the appeal. Reason: The Court noted that the appellant had been granted legal aid and that counsel had just accepted the assignment. Case Name: Jason Elroy Williams v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2021/0007] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: N/A Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The Registrar of the High Court shall provide the authorization code for the respondent to counsel for the respondent on or before 18th July 2025. 2. Counsel for the respondent shall take the necessary steps to enter an appearance for the respondent in the matter on the E- Litigation Portal on or before 22nd July 2025. 3. The Registrar of the High Court shall continue efforts to cause the transcript of the proceedings to be prepared and served on the parties. 4. The matter is removed from the status hearing list pending the availability of the transcript. 5. The matter will be relisted at the next status hearing upon availability of the transcript or on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar. 6. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the appellant and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court noted that the transcript of proceedings had not yet been prepared. Case Name: Ashley Harris v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2023/0008] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: N/A Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The Registrar of the High Court shall provide the authorization code for the respondent to counsel for the respondent on or before 18th July 2025. 2. Counsel for the respondent shall take the necessary steps to enter an appearance for the respondent in the matter on the E-Litigation Portal on or before 22nd July 2025. 3. The Registrar of the High Court shall continue efforts to cause the transcript of the proceedings to be prepared and served on the parties. 4. The matter is removed from the status hearing list pending the availability of the transcript. 5. The matter will be relisted at the next status hearing upon availability of the transcript or on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar. 6. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the appellant and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court noted that the transcript of proceedings had not yet been prepared. Case Name: Keon Moore v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2024/0004] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Romel Watkins Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The Registrar of the High Court shall provide the relevant authorization codes to the parties on or before 18th July 2025. 2. Counsel for the parties shall take the necessary steps to represent case in the matter on the E-Litigation Portal on or before 22nd July 2025. 3. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court of appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025 to allow counsel for the parties to review the record of appeal in this matter. Reason: Although the notice of appeal and record of appeal had been filed, counsel for the parties had not represented case on the E-Litigation Portal. Case Name: Alston Phillips v Director of Public Prosecutions [NEVHCRAP2021/0001] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Brian Barnes Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. Counsel for the appellant shall provide counsel for the respondent with the authorization code for the respondent on or before 18th July 2025. 2. Counsel for the respondent shall take the necessary steps to enter an appearance for the respondent on the E-Litigation Portal on or before 22nd July 2025. 3. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court of appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025 for an update on the status of the transcript of proceedings. Reason: The Court was informed that the transcript was in an advanced state of preparation and should be completed shortly. Case Name: Shaquille Gumbs v The King [AXAHCRAP2022/0001] (Anguilla) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Carlyle Rogers Respondent: Mr. Thomas Astaphan KC Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED BY CONSENT THAT: 1. The appellant shall file his Skeleton Arguments with authorities by 31st July 2025. 2. The respondent be granted an extension of time to file Skeleton Arguments on or before 29th August 2025. 3. This appeal will be listed for hearing at a Court of Appeal sitting for the Territory of Anguilla, on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar on the matter being ready for hearing. 4. There be no order as to costs. Reason: The parties filed a consent order and the Court made the order on those terms. Case Name: Salim Richardson v The King [AXAHCRAP2022/0002] (Anguilla) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Carlyle Rogers holding papers for Mr. Darshan Ramdhani Respondent: Mr. Thomas Astaphan, KC Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The respondent is granted an extension of time to file Skeleton Arguments on or before 1st September 2025. 2. This appeal will be listed for hearing at a Court of Appeal sitting for the Territory of Anguilla, on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar on the matter being ready for hearing. 3. There is no order as to costs. Reason: This matter arises from the same facts as Shaquille Gumbs v The King but is to be heard separately. The Court therefore made similar orders in relation to the filing of written submissions. Case Name: Inebo Hendrickson v Director of Public Prosecution [SKBHCRAP2019/0007] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Zoie Hamilton and Mr. Johsiah Imo Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The Court of Appeal Registry shall take the necessary steps to migrate this matter to the E-Litigation Portal and provide the parties with the migration order accordingly. 2. The Registrar of the High Court shall confirm that the Record of Appeal provided to the parties is the correct record for the matter being appealed and shall inform the parties on or before 28th July 2025. 3. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court of Appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025 to allow the parties to review the Record of Appeal and make any necessary applications in relation to the appeal. Reason: The Court noted that the appeal was initiated before the implementation of the E-Litigation Portal and made the necessary orders to have the matter migrated. Case Name: Glennis Small v The Licensing Authority [SKBMCRAP2023/0001] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court of Appeal for the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025 to allow the respondent to review the Record of Appeal to indicate whether it is in order to proceed with the hearing of the appeal. 2. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the appellant and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: Counsel for the respondent informed the Court that he had not yet been able to review the record of appeal to ensure that it was complete and ready for hearing. Case Name: Abdul Ahmed v Fern Hanley [NEVMCVAP2023/0002] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Craig Tuckett Respondent: Ms. Emily Blackett Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 5th September 2025. 2. The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 6th October 2025. 3. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply, if necessary, on or before 21st October 2025. 4. This appeal will be listed for hearing at a Court of Appeal sitting for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar on the matter being ready for hearing. Reason: The Court noted that the record of appeal was complete and gave directions for the hearing of the appeal. Case Name: Mellissa Wigley v Glenson Hobson [SKBMCVAP2020/0007] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The Senior Magistrate shall cause the Record of Appeal, including the Notes of evidence and reasons for decision, to be prepared and served on the parties by no later than 8th September 2025, failing which an affidavit giving reasons for the non- compliance shall be filed. 2. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025. 3. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the parties and provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court noted that the Magistrate’s Department had not complied with the previous order directing the Senior Magistrate to cause the Record of Appeal to be prepared. Case Name: Mechiel Francis v Kwesi Adams [SKBMCVAP2019/0006] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court of appeal for the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025 for the appellant to be present to indicate whether she is still interested in prosecuting the appeal. 2. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the parties and provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: Former counsel for the appellant, Mrs. Vadeesha John-Brookes indicated to the Court that it was her understanding that a notice of discontinuance was filed in the matter. Case Name: Arnold Adams v [1] Austawaki Coker [2] Austin Coker [SKBMCVAP2020/0006] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Damien Kelsick KC, holding papers for Ms. Hadya Dolphin Respondents: Ms. Zenitaa Singh Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. Counsel for the appellant shall take the necessary steps to represent case for the appellant in the matter on the E-Litigation Portal on or before 18th July 2025. 2. The Senior Magistrate shall cause the Record of Appeal, including the Notes of evidence and reasons for decision, to be prepared and served on the parties by no later than 8th September 2025, failing which an affidavit giving reasons for the non- compliance shall be filed. 3. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for appeal for the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025. Reason: Counsel for the appellant had not represented case on the E-Litigation Portal. The record of appeal that is to be prepared by the Senior Magistrate was also outstanding. Case Name: Austin Edinborough v Selwyn Matthew [SKBMCVAP2020/0008] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Patrice Nisbett Respondent: Ms. Chante Francis Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The Senior magistrate shall cause the record of appeal including the notes of evidence and the reasons for decision to be prepared and served on the parties by no later than 8th September 2025, failing which an affidavit giving reasons for the non- compliance shall be filed. 2. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court of Appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025. Reason: The record of appeal had not yet been received from the Magistrate’s Department despite the Court’s previous order.

THE EASTERN CARIBBEAN SUPREME COURT STATUS HEARING VIDEO CONFERENCE SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS Monday 14th July 2025 Case Name: Shawn Richards v Nigel Carty [SKBHCVAP2020/0013] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mrs. Natasha Grey-Brookes Respondent: Ms. Renal Edwards Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court of Appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025 to allow the parties to make inquiries in relation to the preparation of the transcript of proceedings in this matter and take the necessary steps thereafter to progress the appeal. Reason: The Court noted that the transcript had not yet been received or completed. Case Name: Kelvin Daly v Alexis Jeffers [NEVHCVAP2024/0012] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Angela Cozier Respondents: Mr. Brian Barnes and Ms. Leigh-Anne Wellington for 1st respondent No appearances for the 2nd and 3rd respondents Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:

1.The appellant shall file and serve an affidavit of service evidencing proof of service of the Notice of Appeal and the Record of Appeal on the 2nd named respondent MARK BRANTLEY and the 3rd named respondent GRANDSON’S TRUCKING SERVICES LTD, on or before 25th July 2025.

2.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court of Appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025. Reason: The Court noted that there was no evidence of service on the 2nd and 3rd respondents although counsel for the appellant indicated that they were served. Case Name: Jahari Bart v The King [SKBHCRAP2025/0005] formerly [SKBHCRAP2017/0001] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Tim Prudhoe and Ms. Iasha Usher Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:

3.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court of appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for the 1st December 2025 to allow counsel for the appellant to review the Record of appeal and take the necessary steps to progress the appeal. Reason: The appellant recently retained counsel who had not yet had been provided with the authorization code and had not yet had an opportunity to peruse the Record of Appeal. Case Name: Reece Walters v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2020/0006] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Romel Watkins Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:

4.The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 2nd December 2025.

5.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply, if necessary, on or before 17th December 2025.

6.This appeal will be listed for hearing at a Court of Appeal sitting for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar on the matter being ready for hearing. Reason: Having noted that the record of appeal and transcript had been served on both parties and that both parties were represented by counsel, the Court gave directions for the filing of written submissions. Orvis Kasim Pogson v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2022/0006] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Vadeesha John-Brookes Respondent: Mrs. Greatess Gordon – Hazel Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court of Appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025 to allow counsel for the appellant to review the Record of Appeal and make any applications necessary in relation to the appeal. Reason: The Court noted that the appellant had been granted legal aid and that counsel had just accepted the assignment. Case Name: Jason Elroy Williams v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2021/0007] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: N/A Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:

1.The Registrar of the High Court shall continue efforts to prepare the transcript of proceedings in this matter and serve the same on the parties or provide an update to the parties on or before 5th September 2025.

2.The matter is adjourned to the next Status Hearing for court of appeal sitting for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025. Reason: The Court noted that although the record of appeal with the transcript had been prepared and served on the parties, there were some discrepancies with the transcript which in turn did not accurately reflect the proceedings. The Registrar of the High Court indicated that the process is ongoing in trying to get the transcript rectified. Case Name: Sylvester James v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2019/0012] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Craig Tuckett Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:

1.The Registrar of the High Court shall provide a copy of the authorization code for the appellant on counsel for the appellant on or before 16th July 2025.

2.Counsel for the appellant shall take the necessary steps to represent case for the appellant on the E-Litigation Portal on or before 18th July 2025.

1.The Registrar of the High Court shall provide a copy of the authorization code for the appellant on counsel for the appellant on or before 16th July 2025.

2.Counsel for the appellant shall take the necessary steps to represent case for the appellant on the E-Litigation Portal on or before 18th July 2025.

3.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court of appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025, to allow counsel to review the file. Reason: The appellant indicated that he wanted the Court to appoint him with legal representation. Case Name: Brandon-Lee Wells v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2020/0007] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Chesley Hamilton and Mr. Kamau Grant Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:

1.The Registrar of the High Court shall provide a copy of the authorization code for the respondent on counsel for the respondent on or before 16th July 2025.

2.Counsel for the respondent shall take the necessary steps to represent case on the E-Litigation Portal for the respondent on or before 18th July 2025.

3.The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 31st October 2025.

1.The Registrar of the High Court shall provide the authorization code for the respondent to counsel for the respondent on or before 18th July 2025.

2.Counsel for the respondent shall take the necessary steps to enter an appearance for the respondent in the matter on the E-Litigation Portal on or before 22nd July 2025.

3.The Registrar of the High Court shall continue efforts to cause the transcript of the proceedings to be prepared and served on the parties.

4.The matter is removed from the status hearing list pending the availability of the transcript.

5.The matter will be relisted at the next status hearing upon availability of the transcript or on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar.

6.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the appellant and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court noted that the transcript of proceedings had not yet been prepared. Case Name: Ashley Harris v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2023/0008] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: N/A Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:

1.The Registrar of the High Court shall provide the authorization code for the respondent to counsel for the respondent on or before 18th July 2025.

2.Counsel for the respondent shall take the necessary steps to enter an appearance for the respondent in the matter on the E-Litigation Portal on or before 22nd July 2025.

3.The Registrar of the High Court shall continue efforts to cause the transcript of the proceedings to be prepared and served on the parties.

4.The matter is removed from the status hearing list pending the availability of the transcript.

5.The matter will be relisted at the next status hearing upon availability of the transcript or on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar.

6.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the appellant and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court noted that the transcript of proceedings had not yet been prepared. Case Name: Keon Moore v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2024/0004] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Romel Watkins Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:

1.The Registrar of the High Court shall provide the relevant authorization codes to the parties on or before 18th July 2025.

2.Counsel for the parties shall take the necessary steps to represent case in the matter on the E-Litigation Portal on or before 22nd July 2025.

3.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court of appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025 to allow counsel for the parties to review the record of appeal in this matter. Reason: Although the notice of appeal and record of appeal had been filed, counsel for the parties had not represented case on the E-Litigation Portal. Case Name: Alston Phillips v Director of Public Prosecutions [NEVHCRAP2021/0001] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Brian Barnes Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:

1.Counsel for the appellant shall provide counsel for the respondent with the authorization code for the respondent on or before 18th July 2025.

2.Counsel for the respondent shall take the necessary steps to enter an appearance for the respondent on the E-Litigation Portal on or before 22nd July 2025.

3.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court of appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025 for an update on the status of the transcript of proceedings. Reason: The Court was informed that the transcript was in an advanced state of preparation and should be completed shortly. Case Name: Shaquille Gumbs v The King [AXAHCRAP2022/0001] (Anguilla) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Carlyle Rogers Respondent: Mr. Thomas Astaphan KC Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED BY CONSENT THAT:

1.The appellant shall file his Skeleton Arguments with authorities by 31st July 2025.

2.The respondent be granted an extension of time to file Skeleton Arguments on or before 29th August 2025.

3.This appeal will be listed for hearing at a Court of Appeal sitting for the Territory of Anguilla, on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar on the matter being ready for hearing.

4.There be no order as to costs. Reason: The parties filed a consent order and the Court made the order on those terms. Case Name: Salim Richardson v The King [AXAHCRAP2022/0002] (Anguilla) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Carlyle Rogers holding papers for Mr. Darshan Ramdhani Respondent: Mr. Thomas Astaphan, KC Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:

1.The respondent is granted an extension of time to file Skeleton Arguments on or before 1st September 2025.

2.This appeal will be listed for hearing at a Court of Appeal sitting for the Territory of Anguilla, on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar on the matter being ready for hearing.

3.There is no order as to costs. Reason: This matter arises from the same facts as Shaquille Gumbs v The King but is to be heard separately. The Court therefore made similar orders in relation to the filing of written submissions. Case Name: Inebo Hendrickson v Director of Public Prosecution [SKBHCRAP2019/0007] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Zoie Hamilton and Mr. Johsiah Imo Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:

1.The Court of Appeal Registry shall take the necessary steps to migrate this matter to the E-Litigation Portal and provide the parties with the migration order accordingly.

2.The Registrar of the High Court shall confirm that the Record of Appeal provided to the parties is the correct record for the matter being appealed and shall inform the parties on or before 28th July 2025.

3.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court of Appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025 to allow the parties to review the Record of Appeal and make any necessary applications in relation to the appeal. Reason: The Court noted that the appeal was initiated before the implementation of the E-Litigation Portal and made the necessary orders to have the matter migrated. Case Name: Glennis Small v The Licensing Authority [SKBMCRAP2023/0001] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:

1.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court of Appeal for the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025 to allow the respondent to review the Record of Appeal to indicate whether it is in order to proceed with the hearing of the appeal.

2.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the appellant and shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: Counsel for the respondent informed the Court that he had not yet been able to review the record of appeal to ensure that it was complete and ready for hearing. Case Name: Abdul Ahmed v Fern Hanley [NEVMCVAP2023/0002] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Craig Tuckett Respondent: Ms. Emily Blackett Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:

1.The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 5th September 2025.

2.The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 6th October 2025.

3.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply, if necessary, on or before 21st October 2025.

4.This appeal will be listed for hearing at a Court of Appeal sitting for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar on the matter being ready for hearing. Reason: The Court noted that the record of appeal was complete and gave directions for the hearing of the appeal. Case Name: Mellissa Wigley v Glenson Hobson [SKBMCVAP2020/0007] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:

1.The Senior Magistrate shall cause the Record of Appeal, including the Notes of evidence and reasons for decision, to be prepared and served on the parties by no later than 8th September 2025, failing which an affidavit giving reasons for the non-compliance shall be filed.

2.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025.

3.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the parties and provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The Court noted that the Magistrate’s Department had not complied with the previous order directing the Senior Magistrate to cause the Record of Appeal to be prepared. Case Name: Mechiel Francis v Kwesi Adams [SKBMCVAP2019/0006] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:

1.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court of appeal for the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025 for the appellant to be present to indicate whether she is still interested in prosecuting the appeal.

2.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the parties and provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: Former counsel for the appellant, Mrs. Vadeesha John-Brookes indicated to the Court that it was her understanding that a notice of discontinuance was filed in the matter. Case Name: Arnold Adams v

[1]Austawaki Coker

[2]Austin Coker [SKBMCVAP2020/0006] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Damien Kelsick KC, holding papers for Ms. Hadya Dolphin Respondents: Ms. Zenitaa Singh Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:

1.Counsel for the appellant shall take the necessary steps to represent case for the appellant in the matter on the E-Litigation Portal on or before 18th July 2025.

2.The Senior Magistrate shall cause the Record of Appeal, including the Notes of evidence and reasons for decision, to be prepared and served on the parties by no later than 8th September 2025, failing which an affidavit giving reasons for the non-compliance shall be filed.

3.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for appeal for the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025. Reason: Counsel for the appellant had not represented case on the E-Litigation Portal. The record of appeal that is to be prepared by the Senior Magistrate was also outstanding. Case Name: Austin Edinborough v Selwyn Matthew [SKBMCVAP2020/0008] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 14th July 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Patrice Nisbett Respondent: Ms. Chante Francis Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:

1.The Senior magistrate shall cause the record of appeal including the notes of evidence and the reasons for decision to be prepared and served on the parties by no later than 8th September 2025, failing which an affidavit giving reasons for the non-compliance shall be filed.

2.The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court of Appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 1st December 2025. Reason: The record of appeal had not yet been received from the Magistrate’s Department despite the Court’s previous order.