H.J. Chandana Monti Jayawardana vs R.D. Indika Nirosh – CA PHC NO.44/06-2013

In the case between H.J. Chandana Monti Jayawardana (Appellant) and R.D. Indika Nirosh (Respondent), the court addressed whether failure to deposit brief fees within the specified deadline necessitated dismissal of the appeal. It was determined that non-compliance with the court-directed procedure for payment of brief fees justified the rejection and dismissal of the appeal. This holding reinforces the principle that adherence to procedural requirements imposed by court directives is essential for the maintenance of an appeal. The decision is grounded in the procedural rules of appellate litigation, emphasizing the importance of compliance with court orders to ensure orderly administration of justice.

A.W.A. Salam J. — It was established that the appellant was duly notified and allowed t