Naur Shiwwe Abdul Nahar vs OIC Special Crime Investigation Unit – CA PHC NO. 221/2005-2013

In the case between Naur Shiwwe Abdul Nahar (Appellant) and OIC, Special Crime Investigation Unit, Monaragala, together with the Hon. Attorney General, the court addressed whether an appeal should be permitted to proceed when the appellant failed to comply with procedural requirements. It was held that the appeal could not be maintained due to the appellant’s absence and failure to deposit brief fees, following two notices by the court. The principle reaffirmed is that strict adherence to procedural mandates is necessary for the proper administration of justice. Reliance was placed on procedural court orders and prevailing court practices, underscoring that non-compliance with requisite procedural steps justifies the rejection of an appeal.

A.W.A. Salam J. — The findings established that