M. Gamage Vs. W.A. Mithrawathi Wijesuriya – CA 1321/2000-2012

In the case of C.A. 1321/2000 (F) arising from D.C. Panadura Case No — 252/RE, the dispute concerned the failure of the appellant to pay the required brief fees as mandated by Rule 13(b) of the Supreme Court (Court of Appeal Appellate Procedure Copies of Records) Rules, 1978, and the failure to inform the court of any change of address. It was held that non-compliance with procedural requirements, despite proper notice, warranted rejection of the appeal without costs. The principle affirmed is that strict adherence to procedural rules, including payment of fees and updating of address, is fundamental to maintaining the efficacy of appellate process. Reliance was placed on Rule 13(b), reinforcing that failure to fulfill mandatory procedural conditions will result in dismissal of the appeal