Renowned dancehall star Vybz Kartel, real name Adidja Azim Palmer, has won a significant legal battle as the United Kingdom authorities have directed the Jamaican government to cover his legal expenses.
Kartel, known as the “Worl’ Boss,” had been serving a life sentence since his 2014 conviction for the murder of Clive “Lizard” Williams, a former associate.
In 2021, Kartel’s lawyer filed an appeal at the Privy Council in the United Kingdom (UK), presenting new evidence.
This appeal led to a recent order dated April 10, 2024, signed by a clerk of the Privy Council.
“His Majesty was pleased by and with the advice of His Privy Council to approve the report and to order that those charged with administering the Government of Jamaica and all others whom it may concern are to ensure that it is punctually observed and obeyed,” the order, dated April 10, 2024, and signed by a clerk of the Privy Council, stated.
The order mandates the Jamaican government to pay not only Kartel’s legal costs but also those of three other defendants convicted in the same murder case.
The order outlines key points: the appeal is allowed, convictions are to be quashed due to juror misconduct, the case should return to the Court of Appeal for a decision on a potential retrial, and the Jamaican government must cover the appellants’ costs.
“The case should be remitted to the Court of Appeal to decide whether to order a re-trial as soon as reasonably practicable,” the third point stated. “The Respondent should pay the Appellants’ costs, the amount of those costs to be assessed if not agreed,” the fourth point stated.
This development sets the stage for a crucial Court of Appeal session on June 10, where the fate of Kartel and his co-defendants will be decided – whether they will face a retrial or be released.
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