FLP raises alarm over delays in child sexual abuse cases
The Fiji Labour Party has expressed concern that an attempted rape case involving a minor was finally called off by the victim as she got frustrated with it being put off
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FWRM calls for urgent reforms as sexual violence cases involving children face delays and withdrawals in courts
Survivors of sexual violence must be able to access support and legal processes in ways that prioritise their safety, dignity, and long-term recovery.This has been highli
Setaita Takiveikata admitted to the High Court of Fiji
It is a proud moment for Setaita Takiveikata as she has been admitted to the Bar of the High Court of Fiji, marking the beginning of her journey in the legal profession.S
Hungarian national remanded for allegedly importing over 4kg of meth
A Hungarian national charged with allegedly importing and possessing over 4 kilograms of methamphetamine has been remanded in custody by the Lautoka High Court. Fon
4 Police Officers charged with assault remanded in custody
The four Police officers who allegedly assaulted a man during a drug raid in Wailea settlement in March 2024 have been remanded in custody.Jekope Nakula, Maciu Tuira, Tok
2 charged for PC Racagi murder fear for safety after alleged targeting by people in Police uniform
The two men charged for the alleged murder of Police Constable Peniasi Racagi in Lami have told the court through their counsel that they are fearing for their safety as
Tabau further remanded for alleged attempted murder of police officer
40-year-old Domoniko Tabau, who is charged with attempted murder in relation to the incident that occurred at the Laqere checkpoint last month, has been further remanded
Father and 2 others to take plea on 28th May in relation to 6-yr-old boy’s death
38-year-old Savenaca Damuni, the father of the deceased 6-year-old boy, along with Raviravi Timberyard directors Vinay Prakash Chandra and Sushila Devi, will take their p
Case backlog results in withdrawal - 13 yr girl refuses to give evidence in sexual offence case as it has taken 6 years
Cases dragging on in the court system for years is a real concern as just this week a case of an alleged attempted rape of a 6 year old girl by her uncle had to be withdr
Charlie Charters files permanent stay application
The lawyer for Fiji-British dual citizen Charlie Charters confirms a permanent stay application has been served on FICAC by him based on FICAC material that has come to l
Hearing date set for Rabuka’s stay application in Malimali ruling case on 1st June
The hearing on Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka’s stay application on High Court's decision that found Barbara Malimali's dismissal as FICAC Commissioner to be
High Court ruling on Waqanika's permanent stay application deferred to Friday
High Court Judge Justice Siainiu Fa'alogo Bull will now deliver her ruling on Friday in the matter where Suva lawyer Tanya Waqanika and her counsel and sacked FICAC
3 University students charged with Nauluvatu murder to take plea on May 18th
The three University students who are charged with the murder of a 30-year-old man in Nauluvatu Settlement will take their plea on the 18th of this month. Aisake Lovobal
Bainimarama and Qiliho’s inciting to mutiny case transferred to High Court
Former Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama and former Police Commissioner Sitiveni Qiliho’s inciting to mutiny case has been transferred to the High Court.They appea
Man charged with alleged murder of Labasa man appears in court
A man charged with the alleged murder of 55-year-old Prem Chand in Labasa over the weekend has been remanded in custody after appearing in the Labasa Magistrates Court.An
Ruling on Kamikamica's application for a stay in proceedings today
The Suva High Court will deliver its ruling on former Deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica’s application for a stay in proceedings brought against him by FICA
Tabau charged with alleged attempted murder of police officer in Laqere remanded
40-year-old Domoniko Tabau who is charged in relation to the incident that occurred at the Laqere checkpoint last month has been remanded in custody.Tabau appeared before
Charters case adjourned to 18th May to await High Court decision
The case of British and Fijian national, Charlie Charters, has been adjourned to the 18th of May to check on the progress of their application for the release of Charters
Man to front court over alleged attempted murder of police officer in Laqere incident
A 40-year-old man will front the Nasinu Magistrates Court today, charged with the attempted murder of a police officer.Police say the accused is one of the three men who
Opposition rejects alleged court claims, files Cyber Crime complaint
The Office of the Leader of the Opposition notes with serious concern the circulation of false and misleading information on social media regarding statements allegedly m
Supreme Court rules LTA fines above $2,000 unlawful
The Supreme Court has ruled that the Land Transport Authority cannot fine anyone over $2,000 as fines above the amount is unlawful and the Minister responsible can not