Sacked magistrate challenges dismissal

Omeyana Hamilton has taken legal action against the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) over her recent dismissal from the magistracy, saying she was not afforded a fair hearing and or due process.

The JSC, which is headed by acting Chancellor Carl Singh, terminated her services with effect from March 18.

Hamilton has approached the High Court through attorney Nigel Hughes, seeking various orders including an order directed to the members of the