When we think about important decisions related to land, property, and even real estate in Jamaica, one of the key places where disagreements or misunderstandings get sorted out is the Court of Appeal. This is one of the highest courts in Jamaica where people go when they feel that a decision made by a lower court (like the Supreme Court or Parish Court) was unfair or incorrect.
Let’s explore the history of the Court of Appeal, its role, and how it helps keep things fair for everyone, including when it comes to real estate matters.
How Did the Court of Appeal Start?
The Court of Appeal of Jamaica came into being on August 6, 1962, which is the same day Jamaica gained independence from Britain. Independence means that Jamaica was no longer under British rule and could make its own decisions, including creating its own courts. The laws for setting up the Court of Appeal were passed just days before Independence and started working on August 5, 1962.
Before this, there was already a Court of…
