Status Hearing – 3rd March 2025

THE EASTERN CARIBBEAN SUPREME COURT STATUS HEARING VIDEO CONFERENCE SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS Monday 3rd March 2025 Case Name: Shawn Richards v Nigel Carty [SKBHCVAP2020/0013] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mrs. Natasha Grey-Brookes Respondent: Ms. Zenitaa Singh holding papers for 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 14th July 2025 to allow counsel for the appellant to take the necessary steps to be placed on record for the appellant. Reason: Counsel, Mrs. Grey-Brookes indicated that she was still awaiting access to the portal from the appellant’s previous counsel. Therefore, she was not able to peruse the documents filed in order to complete the record of appeal and also to file a notice of change of solicitor. Case Name: Lawten Forbes v

[1]Commissioner of Corrections

[2]Director of Public Prosecutions

[3]The Commissioner of Police [SKBHCVAP2024/0014] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Craig Tuckett Respondents: Mrs. Greatess Gordon-Hazel Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: N/A Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: Upon noting that the appellant’s notice of application for leave to appeal is filed outside the time prescribed by the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court (Saint Christopher and Nevis) Act and that there has been no order extending the time for appealing or granting leave to appeal, there is no valid appeal pending before the Court. Reason: The Court noted that there was no extant appeal as per the order of the single judge. Case Name: Melvena Kelly v The King [SKBHCRAP2012/0006] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Dr. Henry Browne KC Respondent: Mrs. Greatess Gordon- Hazel Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: N/A Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. Upon noting the parties are not in a position to proceed with the appeal, the matter is removed from the status hearing list. 2. The matter will be re-listed at the next available status hearing upon notice being given to the Court by the parties that the matter is ready to proceed or on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar. Reason: Counsel indicated to the Court that he is still in discussions about the arrangements for care for the appellant if she were to be released based on the medical report received. Case Name: Jahari Bart v The King [SKBHCRAP2017/0001] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondent: Mrs. Greatess Gordon - Hazel 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 St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 14th July 2025 to allow the appellant to sort out his legal representation. 2. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the appellant and provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The appellant requested time to allow him to seek legal representation. Case Name: Sylvester James v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2019/0012] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondent: Mrs. Greatess Gordon-Hazel 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 St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 14th July 2025 to allow the appellant to make an application to be appointed a state attorney in his appeal. 2. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the appellant and provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The appellant indicated that he wanted the Court to appoint him with legal representation. Case Name: Reece Walters v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2020/0006] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Romel Watkins Respondent: Mrs. Greatess Gordon - Hazel 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 St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 14th July 2025 to allow the appellant to take the necessary steps in relation to his legal representation. 2. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the appellant and provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: Counsel Watkins indicated that he was still receiving instructions and had not been officially placed on record. He therefore requested an adjournment to allow the appellant to put his affairs in order. Brandon-Lee Wells v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2020/0007] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Dominique Rolle holding papers for Mr. Chesley Hamilton Respondent: Mrs. Greatess Gordon - Hazel 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 St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 14th July 2025 to allow counsel for the appellant to peruse the file in his matter. 2. Counsel for the parties shall take the necessary steps to enter appearances in the matter on the E-Litigation Portal. 3. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the parties shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: Counsel requested that the matter be adjourned as the appellant’s counsel had not yet been in possession of the transcript. The Court also noted that neither party had entered an appearance on the E-Portal. Case Name: Augustus Freeman v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2023/0001] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondent: Mrs. Greatess Gordon - Hazel Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 30th April 2025. 2. The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 2nd June 2025. 3. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply, if necessary on or before 20th June 2025. 4. The appeal will be listed at a Court of Appeal sitting for the territory of St. Kitts and Nevis at a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar upon the matter being ready for hearing. 5. 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 appellant indicated that he wishes to proceed with his appeal without legal representation. Case Name: Orvis Kasim Pogson v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2022/0006] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Craig Tuckett Respondent: Mrs. Greatess Gordon - Hazel Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: Upon noting the pending application by the appellant to be granted legal aid, matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court of Appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 14th July 2025. Reason: There was an application for legal aid filed on the E-Litigation portal pending determination. Case Name: Kimba Wattley v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2023/0003] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Vaughan Henderson appearing amicus curiae Respondent: Mrs. Greatess Gordon - Hazel 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 cause the transcript of the proceedings to be prepared and served on the parties. 2. The matter is removed from the status hearing list pending the availability of the transcript. 3. The matter will be re-listed at the next available status hearing upon notice being given to the Court of the availability of the transcript or on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar. Reason: Time was requested for the appellant to make an application to seek a state appointed attorney. Counsel for the respondent had no objections to the request. The Court also noted that the transcript had not yet been prepared. Case Name: Desue Danny McFarlane v The Chief of Police [SKBMCRAP2023/0005] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Craig Tuckett Respondent: Mrs. Greatess Gordon - Hazel 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 7th April 2025. 2. The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 9th May 2025. 3. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply, if necessary, on or before 26th May 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: Counsel indicated that they were ready to proceed with the matter. Case Name: Rayjorn Richards v The Chief of Police [SKBMCRAP2024/0001] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Romel Watkins Respondent: Mrs. Greatess Gordon - Hazel Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall serve a copy of the authorization code on the respondent on or before 5th March 2025. 2. The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 11th April 2025 3. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions in reply, if necessary on or before 28th April 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: Case Name: Glennis Small v The Licensing Authority [SKBMCRAP2023/0001] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Vaughan Henderson 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 14th July 2025. Reason: Counsel for the respondent requested an adjournment in the matter as the counsel with conduct of this matter would not have been ready for the next Court of Appeal Sitting. Mr. Henderson did not object. Case Name: Abdul Ahmed v Fern Hanley [NEVMCVAP2023/0002] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Craig Tuckett Respondent: In person Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. The appellant shall serve the amended notice of appeal and the authorization code for the E-Litigation Portal on the respondent on or before 17th March 2025 and provide proof of service thereafter. 2. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve the Record of Appeal on the respondent on or before 14th March 2025 and shall provide proof of service thereafter. 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 14th July 2025. 4. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the respondent. Reason: The Court noted that the respondent had not been served personally with the notice of appeal and other supporting documents in the appeal. Case Name: Mellissa Wigley v Glenson Hobson [SKBMCVAP2020/0007] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: 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 9th May 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 14th July 2025. 3. The Registrar of the High Court is directed to serve a copy of this order on the respondent and to provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: Case Name: Mechiel Francis v Kwesi Adams [SKBMCVAP2019/0006] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: In person 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 9th May 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 Saint Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 14th July 2025. 3. The Registrar of the High Court is directed to serve a copy of this order on the parties and to provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The record of appeal is still outstanding. The court gave directions for the preparation of the same. Case Name: Arnold Adams v [1] Austawaki Coker [2] Austin Coker [SKBMCVAP2020/0006] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Hadya Dolphin Respondents: Ms. Zenitaa Singh 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 9th May 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 14th July 2025. Reason: The record of appeal had not yet been received despite the Court’s previous order. Case Name: Austin Edinborough v Selwyn Matthew [SKBMCVAP2020/0008] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3rd March 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 9th May 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 14th July 2025. Reason: The record of appeal had not yet been received despite the Court’s previous order.

THE EASTERN CARIBBEAN SUPREME COURT STATUS HEARING VIDEO CONFERENCE SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS Monday 3 rd March 2025 Case Name: Shawn Richards v Nigel Carty [SKBHCVAP2020/0013] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3 rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mrs. Natasha Grey-Brookes Respondent: Ms. Zenitaa Singh holding papers for 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 14 th July 2025 to allow counsel for the appellant to take the necessary steps to be placed on record for the appellant. Reason: Counsel, Mrs. Grey-Brookes indicated that she was still awaiting access to the portal from the appellant’s previous counsel. Therefore, she was not able to peruse the documents filed in order to complete the record of appeal and also to file a notice of change of solicitor. Case Name: Lawten Forbes v

[1]Commissioner of Corrections

[2]Director of Public Prosecutions

[3]The Commissioner of Police [SKBHCVAP2024/0014] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3 rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Craig Tuckett Respondents: Mrs. Greatess Gordon-Hazel Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: N/A Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: Upon noting that the appellant’s notice of application for leave to appeal is filed outside the time prescribed by the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court (Saint Christopher and Nevis) Act and that there has been no order extending the time for appealing or granting leave to appeal, there is no valid appeal pending before the Court. Reason: The Court noted that there was no extant appeal as per the order of the single judge. Case Name: Melvena Kelly v The King [SKBHCRAP2012/0006] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3 rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Dr. Henry Browne KC Respondent: Mrs. Greatess Gordon- Hazel Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: N/A Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:

1.Upon noting the parties are not in a position to proceed with the appeal, the matter is removed from the status hearing list.

2.The matter will be re-listed at the next available status hearing upon notice being given to the Court by the parties that the matter is ready to proceed or on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar. Reason: Counsel indicated to the Court that he is still in discussions about the arrangements for care for the appellant if she were to be released based on the medical report received. Case Name: Jahari Bart v The King [SKBHCRAP2017/0001] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3 rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondent: Mrs. Greatess Gordon – Hazel 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 St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 14 th July 2025 to allow the appellant to sort out his legal representation.

2.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the appellant and provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The appellant requested time to allow him to seek legal representation. Case Name: Sylvester James v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2019/0012] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3 rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondent: Mrs. Greatess Gordon-Hazel 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 St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 14 th July 2025 to allow the appellant to make an application to be appointed a state attorney in his appeal.

2.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the appellant and provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The appellant indicated that he wanted the Court to appoint him with legal representation. Case Name: Reece Walters v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2020/0006] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3 rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Romel Watkins Respondent: Mrs. Greatess Gordon – Hazel 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 St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 14 th July 2025 to allow the appellant to take the necessary steps in relation to his legal representation.

2.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the appellant and provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: Counsel Watkins indicated that he was still receiving instructions and had not been officially placed on record. He therefore requested an adjournment to allow the appellant to put his affairs in order. Brandon-Lee Wells v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2020/0007] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3 rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Dominique Rolle holding papers for Mr. Chesley Hamilton Respondent: Mrs. Greatess Gordon – Hazel 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 St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 14 th July 2025 to allow counsel for the appellant to peruse the file in his matter.

2.Counsel for the parties shall take the necessary steps to enter appearances in the matter on the E-Litigation Portal.

3.The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the parties shall provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: Counsel requested that the matter be adjourned as the appellant’s counsel had not yet been in possession of the transcript. The Court also noted that neither party had entered an appearance on the E-Portal. Case Name: Augustus Freeman v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2023/0001] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3 rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: In person Respondent: Mrs. Greatess Gordon – Hazel Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 30 th April 2025. The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 2 nd June 2025. The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply, if necessary on or before 20 th June 2025. The appeal will be listed at a Court of Appeal sitting for the territory of St. Kitts and Nevis at a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar upon the matter being ready for hearing. 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 appellant indicated that he wishes to proceed with his appeal without legal representation. Case Name: Orvis Kasim Pogson v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2022/0006] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3 rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Craig Tuckett Respondent: Mrs. Greatess Gordon – Hazel Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: Upon noting the pending application by the appellant to be granted legal aid, matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court of Appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 14 th July 2025 . Reason: There was an application for legal aid filed on the E-Litigation portal pending determination. Case Name: Kimba Wattley v Director of Public Prosecutions [SKBHCRAP2023/0003] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3 rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Vaughan Henderson appearing amicus curiae Respondent: Mrs. Greatess Gordon – Hazel Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: N/A Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The Registrar of the High Court shall cause the transcript of the proceedings to be prepared and served on the parties. The matter is removed from the status hearing list pending the availability of the transcript. The matter will be re-listed at the next available status hearing upon notice being given to the Court of the availability of the transcript or on a date to be fixed by the Chief Registrar. Reason: Time was requested for the appellant to make an application to seek a state appointed attorney. Counsel for the respondent had no objections to the request. The Court also noted that the transcript had not yet been prepared. Case Name: Desue Danny McFarlane v The Chief of Police [SKBMCRAP2023/0005] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3 rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Craig Tuckett Respondent: Mrs. Greatess Gordon – Hazel 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 7 th April 2025.

2.The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 9 th May 2025.

3.The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions with authorities in reply, if necessary, on or before 26 th May 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: Counsel indicated that they were ready to proceed with the matter. Case Name: Rayjorn Richards v The Chief of Police [ SKBMCRAP2024/0001 ] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3 rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Romel Watkins Respondent: Mrs. Greatess Gordon – Hazel Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The appellant shall serve a copy of the authorization code on the respondent on or before 5 th March 2025. The respondent shall file and serve written submissions with authorities on or before 11 th April 2025 The appellant is at liberty to file and serve written submissions in reply, if necessary on or before 28 th April 2025. 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: Case Name: Glennis Small v The Licensing Authority [ SKBMCRAP2023/0001 ] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3 rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Vaughan Henderson 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 14 th July 2025 . Reason: Counsel for the respondent requested an adjournment in the matter as the counsel with conduct of this matter would not have been ready for the next Court of Appeal Sitting. Mr. Henderson did not object. Case Name: Abdul Ahmed v Fern Hanley [ NEVMCVAP2023/0002 ] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3 rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mr. Craig Tuckett Respondent: In person Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Directions Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: The appellant shall serve the amended notice of appeal and the authorization code for the E-Litigation Portal on the respondent on or before 17 th March 2025 and provide proof of service thereafter. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve the Record of Appeal on the respondent on or before th March 2025 and shall provide proof of service thereafter. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court of Appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 14 th July 2025. The Registrar of the High Court shall serve a copy of this order on the respondent. Reason: The Court noted that the respondent had not been served personally with the notice of appeal and other supporting documents in the appeal. Case Name: Mellissa Wigley v Glenson Hobson [SKBMCVAP2020/0007] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3 rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Mrs. Natasha Grey-Brookes Respondent: No appearance Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 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 9 th May 2025, failing which an affidavit giving reasons for the non-compliance shall be filed. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the court for the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 14 th July 2025. The Registrar of the High Court is directed to serve a copy of this order on the respondent and to provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: Case Name: Mechiel Francis v Kwesi Adams [SKBMCVAP2019/0006] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3 rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: No appearance Respondent: In person 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 9 th May 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 Saint Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 14 th July 2025.

3.The Registrar of the High Court is directed to serve a copy of this order on the parties and to provide proof of service thereafter. Reason: The record of appeal is still outstanding. The court gave directions for the preparation of the same. Case Name: Arnold Adams v

[1]Austawaki Coker

[2]Austin Coker [SKBMCVAP2020/0006] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3 rd March 2025 Coram: Mrs. Michelle John-Theobalds, Chief Registrar Appearances: Appellant: Ms. Hadya Dolphin Respondents: Ms. Zenitaa Singh Issues: Status of the Matter Type of Order: Adjournment Result / Order: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 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 9 th May 2025, failing which an affidavit giving reasons for the non-compliance shall be filed. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court of Appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 14 th July 2025 . Reason: The record of appeal had not yet been received despite the Court’s previous order. Case Name: Austin Edinborough v Selwyn Matthew [SKBMCVAP2020/0008] (SAINT CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS) Date: Monday, 3 rd March 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: 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 9 th May 2025, failing which an affidavit giving reasons for the non-compliance shall be filed. The matter is adjourned to the next status hearing of the Court of Appeal for the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis scheduled for 14 th July 2025 . Reason: The record of appeal had not yet been received despite the Court’s previous order.