Mohomed Safayar Siththi Fathima Alias Komernisa vs W.M Chandana Kumara Wanninayaka – CA PHC 86/2012-2013

The case between Mohomed Safayar Siththi Fathima Alias Komernisa (Plaintiff/Petitioner) and W.M Chandana Kumara Wanninayaka, Divisional Secretary (Acting) of Nikaweratiya (Defendant/Respondent), addressed whether an appeal should proceed when the appellant was absent, unrepresented, and failed to pay the required brief fees despite notice. The court determined that, due to procedural non-compliance by the appellant, the appeal must be rejected. This holding reaffirmed the principle that compliance with procedural requirements, such as personal or represented appearance and timely payment of fees after notice, is essential for the continuation of an appeal. The decision relied on established rules regarding appellate procedure, emphasizing that failure to meet these obligations justifies di