Mohomed Kadar Haibu vs Director General, National Archeology Department – CA PHC 149/2012-2013

In the case between Mohomed Kadar Haibu (Appellant) and the Director General, National Archeology Department, Colombo (Respondent), the court addressed the procedural issue regarding the necessity for appellants to comply with court rules related to the preparation of appeal briefs and the payment of requisite fees. The court held that the appeal should be rejected due to the appellant’s failure to appear and non-payment of brief preparation fees, as mandated by the relevant court rules. This outcome reaffirmed the principle that strict adherence to procedural requirements, specifically Rule 13(b) of the Court of Appeal (Preparation of Briefs) Rules, 1978, is essential for the continuation of appellate proceedings. The decision underscored the importance of compliance with court procedures