J.C. Weliamuna v Upali Abeyrathne et al – CA WRIT APPLICATION NO: 297/2021-2022

In the case between J.C. Weliamuna (Petitioner) and parties including Upali Abeyrathne (Retired Supreme Court Judge and PCI Chairman), Chandrasiri Jayathilaka (Retired Court of Appeal Judge), Chandra Fernando, and the Hon. Attorney-General (Respondents), the primary issue concerned whether the Presidential Commission of Inquiry violated the principles of natural justice by making adverse findings and recommendations against the Petitioner without proper notice or an opportunity to be heard. The court addressed whether the PCI possessed jurisdiction to act against an individual situated outside the country during the material time and considered if the recommendations and findings were ultra vires and subject to being quashed by writs of certiorari and prohibition. After examining the proce