Civil
The civil division of the Magistrate Court focuses on resolving private disputes between individuals or businesses, typically involving Small Debt recovery. A significant portion of this caseload involves Rental Arrears and Eviction proceedings. In these cases, the court reviews evidence from landlords regarding unpaid rent and, if necessary, issues an “Eviction Order” to legally remove […]
Police Traffic Offences
Police Traffic Offences are initiated when a police officer (rather than a traffic officer) officially charges an individual with a violation of road safety laws. Following the charge, the person is taken to the police station, where the specific nature of the offences, such as driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, or driving without […]
Criminal Matters
Criminal matters in the Magistrate Court primarily involve Summary Offences, which are less serious crimes resolved efficiently without a jury. Common examples of these include offences such as, minor assault, disorderly conduct, and harm. The court also manages the preliminary stages of more serious Indictable Offences, such as burglary, fraud, or theft where the Magistrate […]
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SI No.73 of 2021 Supreme Court Inferior Courts Appeals Rules 2021
RULES made by the Chief Justice, with the concurrence of the other judges, in exercise of the powers conferred upon her by sections 95 and 108 of the Supreme Court of Judicature Act, Chapter 91 of the Substantive Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2011, and all other powers thereunto her enabling.