Traffic Court Judgments

The Traffic Court proceedings on May 6th and 8th, 2025, presided over by Judges Sherry-Ann Liburd-Charles and Yasmine Clarke, underscored the ongoing commitment to road safety and driver accountability within the jurisdiction. A series of convictions were handed down, addressing a range of traffic violations, with fines and potential imprisonment imposed based on the severity and nature of the offences. These cases highlight the importance of adhering to traffic regulations to ensure the safety of all road users.

The court proceedings detailed a variety of infractions, from driving without due care and attention, suggesting negligence and potential endangerment, to more administrative offences such as driving without a valid license or insurance. The fines levied reflected the seriousness of each offence, with higher fines imposed for actions that posed a greater risk to public safety. The option of imprisonment served as a deterrent and underscored the consequences of disregarding traffic laws. The specific details of each case paint a picture of the challenges faced in maintaining road safety and the continuous efforts to address these issues through legal means.

Mc Harold Wilson’s conviction for driving without due care exemplifies a common traffic violation, emphasizing the need for vigilance and responsible driving practices. Similarly, the cases of Shakeil Lambert and Ozani Purcell, both fined for driving without due care and attention, further highlight this recurring issue. Lambert’s case, however, involved additional charges of driving without insurance and a valid license, demonstrating a more comprehensive disregard for traffic regulations, resulting in a cumulative fine significantly higher than those solely charged with careless driving. These cases underscore the multifaceted nature of traffic violations and the importance of addressing each infraction to ensure comprehensive road safety.

Itruly Pemberton’s case presented a different dimension, involving not only driving without insurance and a license but also taking a vehicle without the owner’s consent, a more serious offence with potentially graver consequences. This highlights the court’s role in addressing a broader spectrum of vehicle-related offences, extending beyond traffic violations to encompass issues of property rights and unauthorized use. Dannell Parrington’s and Jason Wilkes’s cases, both involving driving without insurance and a valid license, further exemplify the prevalence of these violations and the ongoing efforts to enforce compliance.

The cases of Bakari Liburd and Jason Wilkes, both involving driving without due care and attention, demonstrate the range of fines imposed based on the specifics of each incident. Liburd’s higher fine suggests a potentially more serious instance of careless driving. Wilkes’s longer potential imprisonment term of one month, compared to the 14 days faced by others charged with similar offences, could indicate aggravating factors associated with his case. These variations in penalties highlight the court’s consideration of individual circumstances when determining appropriate sanctions.

The final two cases, involving Jehance Richards and Shaquille Worrell, both charged with driving without a valid license, highlight the continued focus on enforcing licensing requirements. While both individuals faced fines, the caution issued to each for driving without insurance suggests a potential leniency in this instance, possibly due to mitigating circumstances. The varying penalties imposed across these cases underscore the court’s consideration of individual factors and the pursuit of a balanced approach to upholding traffic regulations and promoting road safety. The Traffic Department’s ongoing commitment to these efforts serves to protect the public and ensure accountability on the roads.