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Vision 

A world-class judiciary utilizing innovation and technology for efficient service delivery.

Mission

To provide sound, timely judgements and efficient court services in an environment where all stakeholders are valued.

Case Number
2015 HCV 03657
Year
Neutral Citation
[2017] JMSC Civ 197
Date of Delivery

Application to register foreigh forfeiture order - Relevant considerations for the Central Authority and the Court - Circumstances when appropriate to apply repealed legislatiion - Effect of S. 25(2) of the Interpretation Act - Preservation of status quo relevant to the time period when repealed legislation in effect - Other interpretation would precipitate absurdity and uncertainty - No contrary intention shown in current Act to negate general principles applicable to repealed legislation - Subsequent enforcement action pursued under POCA - No conflict with reliance on DOFPA for registration of foreign order.