P. Indrni Perera vs Manel Amaradasa – CA PHC 194/2007-2013

In the case between P. Indrni Perera and Manel Amaradasa and Others, the issue concerned whether the appeal should be dismissed due to the appellant’s non-payment of the statutorily required brief fees in accordance with procedural rules. It was determined that proper notice regarding the payment of fees was served to the appellant, but the appellant failed to comply and was also unrepresented at the hearing. The relevant court rules, specifically rule 13(b), were applied, leading to the holding that the appeal should be dismissed for non-compliance. The decision reinforces the procedural obligation to pay brief fees as mandated and clarifies the court’s approach to non-compliance where due process has been afforded.

A.W.A.Salam J. — The findings established that the appellant was served