Ian Winder
Sir Ian Winder is the Chief Justice of the Bahamas, known for his commitment to upholding the law and ensuring justice is served. He has presided over significant legal cases, including those involving land disputes and Crown Land rights, demonstrating a strong stance against impropriety in property acquisition.
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Chief Justice Ian Winder outlined progress and priorities for the judiciary as the new legal year begins.
Rector: Restore integrity as a core national value
Bahamas· 2026-01-20
Chief Justice Ian Winder announced that a long-awaited judicial complaints process will be rolled out by the end of January.
New judicial complaints system to launch by end of monthBahamas· 2026-01-15
Chief Justice Ian Winder announced that The Bahamas is close to implementing its first Sentencing Guidelines.
Bahamas’ first sentencing guidelines and new criminal court announcedBahamas· 2026-01-15
Chief Justice Ian Winder warned that artificial intelligence must never distort or diminish justice.
Industrial Tribunal launches AI pilot as Winder calls for safeguards against misuseBahamas· 2025-11-26
Sir Ian Winder's AI directive was hailed as potentially paving the way for greater judicial efficiency in The Bahamas.
Sir Ian's AI directive to ease investment no-goBahamas· 2025-11-07
Chief Justice Ian Winder admitted yesterday that he and Bahamas Bar Association President Khalil Parker have 'regrettably' not yet finalised the long-promised judicial complaints procedure.
Judicial complaints procedure 'regrettably' not yet finalised, says Chief JusticeBahamas· 2025-11-07In 2023, Chief Justice Sir Ian Winder awarded him $26,000 in damages after finding the detentions unlawful.
Police linked ‘Monster’ Neely to Dirty South gang for decadesBahamas· 2025-08-27
Chief Justice Sir Ian Winder, speaking at Friday’s groundbreaking ceremony, said the court complex will significantly boost efficiency.
Govt breaks ground on new $50m correctional facilityBahamas· 2025-07-12
Chief Justice Ian Winder called her elevation a significant achievement, stating the opportunity was 'well deserved' and 'well earned'.
Fraser sworn in as Permanent Justice of Court of AppealBahamas· 2025-06-17
The Hon. Mr Justice Ian Winder is the Chief Justice of The Bahamas.
Outgoing CCJ president lauded at ceremonial sitting
Unknown· 2025-06-06
Chief Justice Ian Winder ruled that Philip Miller's suspension breached natural justice principles.
Taxi driver wins court decision on unfair suspension from wharfBahamas· 2025-04-18
Sir Ian Winder extended an injunction barring a water provider from cutting off supply in San Salvador.
Chief Justice extends San Salvador water cut-off barBahamas· 2025-04-07
Sir Ian Winder is the chief justice who upheld the Rolles' claim for plumbing repair costs.
Privy Council ‘dismay’ over Bahamian KC and husbandBahamas· 2025-04-04
Sir Ian Winder is the chief justice who signed the order for LCG Capital Markets to be wound-up.
Bahamian broker faces $11m insolvency fearsBahamas· 2025-03-03
The Chief Justice has blasted 'impropriety' by successive foreign investors regarding Crown Land.
Chief Justice: ‘Impropriety’ over Crown Land’s theftBahamas· 2025-02-24
