Lorna Shelly Williams
JamaicajudgeFemale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Lorna Shelly Williams is a Senior Puisne Judge in Jamaica, known for her pivotal role in the judicial system and her commitment to upholding the rule of law. She gained attention in a recent case where she denied bail to businessman Robert Bell, who faced serious charges related to an alleged road rage incident involving a nurse. Her decision highlighted concerns for public safety and the implications of the viral nature of the incident.
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Justice Lorna Shelly-Williams clarified the matter of the sub judice rule in a December 2022 ruling.
Editorial | Table FLA report now! | CommentaryJamaica· 2026-06-01
Justice Lorna Shelly Williams is the most distinguished judge of the Supreme Court.
From clerk to champion | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-09-07
The Hon. Mrs. Justice Lorna Shelly-Williams will serve as Acting Judge of the Court of Appeal.
10 judges sworn in for circuit courts’ Michaelmas Term and permanent posts | NewsJamaica· 2025-09-02
High Court Judge Lorna Shelly-Williams sentenced Simms to life imprisonment.
Life sentence for gun find | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-08-09
Justice Lorna Shelly-Williams, the second most senior judge on the Supreme Court, noted that under the Constitution, the current Parliament must be dissolved on or before the 14 September 2025.
General election campaigning expected to intensify as Parliament starts summer recess | NewsJamaica· 2025-07-07
The ruling was handed down by senior puisne judge Lorna Shelly-Williams.
Supreme Court halts removal of PNP campaign signs in St James by municipal corporation | NewsJamaica· 2025-06-09
Senior Puisne Judge Lorna Shelly Williams refused bail, noting concerns for his safety amid viral videos of the incident.
No bail for businessman charged for alleged rage-fuelled assault of nurse | NewsJamaica· 2025-05-21
