Digest – 13th April 2026

THE EASTERN CARIBBEAN SUPREME COURT STATUS HEARING VIDEO CONFERENCE SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS Monday 13th April 2026 Case Name: Shawn Richards v Nigel Carty [SKBHCVAP2020/0013] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday 13th April 2026 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: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:

1.This appeal is consolidated with SKBHCVAP2019/0021 and the two appeals shall be heard together.

2.All filings shall now be made in the matter SKBHCVAP2020/0013.

3.The respondent shall inform the appellant of the documents that he wishes to have included in the record or the core bundle in accordance with rule 62.15(2) Civil Procedure Rules, (Revised Edition) 2023 on or before 24th April 2026.

4.The appellant shall file the Record of Appeal on or before 15th May 2026.

5.The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 29th May 2026.

6.The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 17th June 2026.

7.The appellants are at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply, if necessary, on or before 2nd July 2026.

8.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: Counsel for the appellant indicated that she had reviewed the transcript and it seemed to be in order, however she had completed her enquiries about the transcript late and was unable to comply with the previous status hearing order. Case Name: Jahari Bart v The King [SKBHCRAP2025/0005] formerly [SKBHCRAP2017/0001] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday 13th April 2026 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: 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 parties shall meet with the Registrar of the High Court to review the transcripts of proceedings for trial 1 and trial 2 to ensure that the transcripts are accurate, by no later than 24th April 2026. 2. The Registrar of the High Court shall thereafter upload the transcripts for trial 1 and trial 2 to the E-litigation Portal on or before 30th April 2026. 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 28th September 2026. Reason: The Registrar indicated that the transcripts were ready. Counsel for the appellant indicated that she would need time to review the transcripts to ensure that they are in order. The parties were invited to attend the High Court Registry in St. Kitts and Nevis to review the transcripts before they are uploaded to the E-Litigation Portal to allow for any errors to be rectified. Case Name: Sylvester James v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2019/0012] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday 13th April 2026 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Craig Tuckett Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts 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 26th June 2026. 2. The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 27th July 2026. 3. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply, if necessary, on or before 10th August 2026. 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: On the last occasion, a final adjournment was granted for the purpose of allowing counsel for the appellant to make an application to amend the grounds of appeal, as he had indicated that he intended to do. Counsel had however not taken any steps in filing such an application nor filing any submissions. The Court was not minded to grant a further adjournment in light of its previous order and gave directions for the progression of the appeal. Case Name: Reece Walters v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2020/0006] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday 13th April 2026 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: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court of Appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 28th September 2026 to allow the appellant to take the necessary steps to sort out his legal representation. Reason: Counsel for the appellant indicated that he had not been unable to engage in much communication with his client since the last occasion that the matter came on for status hearing. Case Name: Orvis Kasim Pogson v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2022/0006] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday 13th April 2026 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mrs. Vadeesha John- Brookes and Mr. Johsiah Imo Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts 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 28th September 2026 to allow counsel for the appellant to take the necessary steps to progress the appeal. Reason: Counsel for the appellant indicated that she had not complied with the previous order however that was due to continuing efforts to search for documents that would complete the record as there were still some gaps in relation to the record of appeal. Case Name: Keon Moore v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2024/0004] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday 13th April 2026 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Johsiah Imo holding papers for Mr. Kamau Grant 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 take the necessary steps to enter an appearance for the appellant on the E-Litigation Portal on or before 17th April 2026. 2. The appellant is granted permission to file supplemental written submissions with authorities in this matter. 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 28th April 2026 to allow counsel for the appellant to take the necessary steps to review the record and file supplemental submissions on behalf of the appellant. Reason: Counsel, Mr. Imo indicated that Mr. Grant had just been retained and received the authorization code and would need time to review the record and revise the written submissions which were drafted by the appellant himself. Case Name: Alston Phillips v Director of Public Prosecution [NEVHCRAP2021/0001] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday 13th April 2026 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: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court of Appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 28th September 2026 to allow counsel for the appellant to take the necessary steps to progress the appeal. Reason: Counsel for the appellant indicated that he has been making efforts to progress the appeal however he had been facing some personal health challenges which prevented him from completing his tasks. Counsel for the respondent did not object to an adjournment as he stated his belief that counsel’s request for an adjournment was valid. The Court therefore granted an adjournment. Case Name: Inebo Hendrickson v Director of Public Prosecution [SKBHCRAP2025/0014] formerly [SKBHCRAP2019/0007] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday 13th April 2026 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Johsiah Imo Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 18th May 2026. 2. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply, if necessary, on or before 2nd June 2026. 3. 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 appellant had filed an amended notice of appeal after being granted permission to do so by a single judge in chambers. The written submissions of the appellant had also been filed. The Court therefore gave directions to bring the appeal to a state of readiness for hearing before the Full Court. Case Name: Melissa Wigley v Glenson Hobson [SKBMCVAP2020/0007] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday 13th April 2026 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Hasani McDonald holding papers for Mrs. Natasha Grey- Brookes 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 31st July 2026, 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 Saint Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 28th September 2026. 3. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the respondent and provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The respondent had not been served with the notice of hearing for the status hearing. The Court also noted that the Senior Magistrate had not complied with the previous status hearing order. The Court is awaiting the affidavit from the Magistrate which the Court was informed was prepared for signature but had not yet been signed and received. Case Name: Austin Edinborough v Selwyn Matthew [SKBMCVAP2020/0008] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday 13th April 2026 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Patrice Nisbett Respondent: Ms. Hadya Dolphin 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 31st July 2026, 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 Saint Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 28th September 2026. Reason: The Senior Magistrate had not complied with the previous status hearing order. The Court is awaiting the affidavit from the Magistrate which the Court was informed was prepared for signature but had not yet been signed and received.

THE EASTERN CARIBBEAN SUPREME COURT STATUS HEARING VIDEO CONFERENCE SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS Monday 13th April 2026 Case Name: Shawn Richards v Nigel Carty [SKBHCVAP2020/0013] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday 13th April 2026 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: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:

1.This appeal is consolidated with SKBHCVAP2019/0021 and the two appeals shall be heard together.

2.All filings shall now be made in the matter SKBHCVAP2020/0013.

3.The respondent shall inform the appellant of the documents that he wishes to have included in the record or the core bundle in accordance with rule 62.15(2) Civil Procedure Rules, (Revised Edition) 2023 on or before 24th April 2026.

4.The appellant shall file the Record of Appeal on or before 15th May 2026.

5.The appellant shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 29th May 2026.

6.The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 17th June 2026.

7.The appellants are at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply, if necessary, on or before 2nd July 2026.

8.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: Counsel for the appellant indicated that she had reviewed the transcript and it seemed to be in order, however she had completed her enquiries about the transcript late and was unable to comply with the previous status hearing order. Case Name: Jahari Bart v The King [SKBHCRAP2025/0005] formerly [SKBHCRAP2017/0001] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday 13th April 2026 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: 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 parties shall meet with the Registrar of the High Court to review the transcripts of proceedings for trial 1 and trial 2 to ensure that the transcripts are accurate, by no later than 24th April 2026.

2.The Registrar of the High Court shall thereafter upload the transcripts for trial 1 and trial 2 to the E-litigation Portal on or before 30th April 2026.

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 28th September 2026. Reason: The Registrar indicated that the transcripts were ready. Counsel for the appellant indicated that she would need time to review the transcripts to ensure that they are in order. The parties were invited to attend the High Court Registry in St. Kitts and Nevis to review the transcripts before they are uploaded to the E-Litigation Portal to allow for any errors to be rectified. Case Name: Sylvester James v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2019/0012] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday 13th April 2026 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Craig Tuckett Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts 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 26th June 2026.

2.The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 27th July 2026.

3.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply, if necessary, on or before 10th August 2026.

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: On the last occasion, a final adjournment was granted for the purpose of allowing counsel for the appellant to make an application to amend the grounds of appeal, as he had indicated that he intended to do. Counsel had however not taken any steps in filing such an application nor filing any submissions. The Court was not minded to grant a further adjournment in light of its previous order and gave directions for the progression of the appeal. Case Name: Reece Walters v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2020/0006] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday 13th April 2026 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: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court of Appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 28th September 2026 to allow the appellant to take the necessary steps to sort out his legal representation. Reason: Counsel for the appellant indicated that he had not been unable to engage in much communication with his client since the last occasion that the matter came on for status hearing. Case Name: Orvis Kasim Pogson v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2022/0006] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday 13th April 2026 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mrs. Vadeesha John- Brookes and Mr. Johsiah Imo Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts 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 28th September 2026 to allow counsel for the appellant to take the necessary steps to progress the appeal. Reason: Counsel for the appellant indicated that she had not complied with the previous order however that was due to continuing efforts to search for documents that would complete the record as there were still some gaps in relation to the record of appeal. Case Name: Keon Moore v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2024/0004] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday 13th April 2026 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Johsiah Imo holding papers for Mr. Kamau Grant 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 take the necessary steps to enter an appearance for the appellant on the E-Litigation Portal on or before 17th April 2026.

2.The appellant is granted permission to file supplemental written submissions with authorities in this matter.

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 28th April 2026 to allow counsel for the appellant to take the necessary steps to review the record and file supplemental submissions on behalf of the appellant. Reason: Counsel, Mr. Imo indicated that Mr. Grant had just been retained and received the authorization code and would need time to review the record and revise the written submissions which were drafted by the appellant himself. Case Name: Alston Phillips v Director of Public Prosecution [NEVHCRAP2021/0001] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday 13th April 2026 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: The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court of Appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 28th September 2026 to allow counsel for the appellant to take the necessary steps to progress the appeal. Reason: Counsel for the appellant indicated that he has been making efforts to progress the appeal however he had been facing some personal health challenges which prevented him from completing his tasks. Counsel for the respondent did not object to an adjournment as he stated his belief that counsel’s request for an adjournment was valid. The Court therefore granted an adjournment. Case Name: Inebo Hendrickson v Director of Public Prosecution [SKBHCRAP2025/0014] formerly [SKBHCRAP2019/0007] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday 13th April 2026 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Johsiah Imo Respondent: Mr. Leslie Roberts Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:

1.The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 18th May 2026.

2.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply, if necessary, on or before 2nd June 2026.

3.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 appellant had filed an amended notice of appeal after being granted permission to do so by a single judge in chambers. The written submissions of the appellant had also been filed. The Court therefore gave directions to bring the appeal to a state of readiness for hearing before the Full Court. Case Name: Melissa Wigley v Glenson Hobson [SKBMCVAP2020/0007] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday 13th April 2026 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Hasani McDonald holding papers for Mrs. Natasha Grey- Brookes 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 31st July 2026, 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 Saint Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 28th September 2026.

3.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the respondent and provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The respondent had not been served with the notice of hearing for the status hearing. The Court also noted that the Senior Magistrate had not complied with the previous status hearing order. The Court is awaiting the affidavit from the Magistrate which the Court was informed was prepared for signature but had not yet been signed and received. Case Name: Austin Edinborough v Selwyn Matthew [SKBMCVAP2020/0008] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday 13th April 2026 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Patrice Nisbett Respondent: Ms. Hadya Dolphin 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 31st July 2026, 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 Saint Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 28th September 2026. Reason: The Senior Magistrate had not complied with the previous status hearing order. The Court is awaiting the affidavit from the Magistrate which the Court was informed was prepared for signature but had not yet been signed and received.