Dr. Dietmar Hans Doering vs. Agampodige Nadeesha Sandamali Gunasekara – CA COC APPLICATION NO. 0005/2023-2023

In the case between Dr. Dietmar Hans Doering (petitioner) and Agampodige Nadeesha Sandamali Gunasekara and Sarath Gunasekara (respondents), the court addressed whether allegations of contempt made by the petitioner were substantiated by the available evidence, including submissions, documentary records, and video footage. It was held that the evidence failed to establish any contemptuous conduct by the respondent with regard to an Order of the Juvenile Court (P2) dated 2021.11.17 concerning access to a child at the Cinnamon Grand Hotel. The principle reaffirmed the necessity for clear prima facie evidence when alleging contempt, with reliance placed on the Constitution and procedural standards governing contempt proceedings. The application was dismissed and no costs were awarded, emphasiz