Naomi Michelle Cokeman vs. The Hon. Attorney General and others – SC FR APPLICATION 136/2014-2017

In the case between Naomi Michelle Cokeman (Plaintiff) and the Attorney General, select senior police officers, and immigration officials (Defendants), the court addressed the issue of arbitrary arrest, detention, and deportation in violation of constitutional fundamental rights under Articles 11, 12(1), and 13(1) of the Sri Lankan Constitution. It was held that the petitioner’s rights were violated, including subjection to degrading treatment and improper police procedures. The decision reaffirmed the principle that actions of arrest, detention, and deportation by state authorities must comply strictly with statutory and constitutional safeguards. Reliance was placed on the requirements of the Immigration & Emigration Act and constitutional protections, with the court emphasizing adherenc