W.J. De Silva vs Sarath Samarajeewada Silva – CA PHC 144/2006-2013

The case between W.J. De Silva (Appellant) and Sarath Samarajeewada Silva, President, Divisional Council, Balapitiya (Respondent), addressed the procedural issue of whether an appeal should proceed following the appellant’s failure to deposit required brief fees pursuant to notice. It was held that the appeal was properly rejected due to non-compliance with procedural requirements governing the payment of brief fees and the absence of the appellant or any representation at the hearing. The principle reaffirmed that procedural rules relating to appeal fees are mandatory, and non-compliance results in the dismissal of the appeal. This decision relied on established procedural norms, underscoring the necessity of adherence to court procedures and reinforcing the authority of courts to enforce