A.Waragoda vs M.M.C. Muthugala – CA PHC 192/2006-2013

In the case between A. Waragoda (Appellant) and M.M.C. Muthugala (Respondent), the central issue concerned whether the appeal could proceed in light of the appellant’s failure to deposit brief fees as previously ordered by the court. It was determined that notice for deposit of brief fees had been duly issued to the appellant, who failed to comply with this requirement. Consequently, the appeal was ordered to be rejected for non-compliance with the court’s directive regarding brief fees. The decision reinforced the principle that strict adherence to procedural orders, especially regarding court fee payments, is essential for the continuation of appellate proceedings. The holding relied upon procedural rules governing appellate practice and highlighted the necessity for parties to comply wi