The following traffic matters were disposed of at the Basseterre Magistrate Court between January 5th and 8th, 2026:
• Licensing Authority v. Vaneroy John of Cayon – pleaded guilty to Driving Without Due Care and Attention. Convicted and fined $750.00 in one (1) month or 21 days imprisonment. Offence committed on 15 September 2023.
• Licensing Authority v. Christopher Benjamin of Conaree – pleaded guilty to Driving with Dark Tinted Windows, Failing to Comply, and Failing to Produce a Driver’s Licence Immediately. Convicted and fined $550.00 forthwith.
• Licensing Authority v. Kjell Harris of St. Paul’s – pleaded guilty to Driving Without Due Care and Attention. Convicted and fined $1,500.00 in two (2) months or three (3) months imprisonment. Offence committed on 28 June 2025.
• Licensing Authority v. Dwight Hopkins of Keys Village – pleaded guilty to Driving Without Insurance, Driving Without a Valid and Unexpired Licence, and Taking Without the Consent of the Owner.
– Driving Without Insurance: $1,000.00 forthwith or 2 months imprisonment
– Driving Without a Valid Licence: $500.00 forthwith or 1 month imprisonment
– Taking Without Consent: $500.00 forthwith or 1 month imprisonment
Offence committed on 9 December 2025.
• Licensing Authority v. Yannich Henderson of Buckley’s Estate – pleaded guilty to Driving Without Due Care and Attention. Convicted and fined $1,000.00 in one (1) month or 14 days imprisonment. Offence committed on 25 June 2025.
• Licensing Authority v. Kareem Cranston of Shadwell Housing – pleaded guilty to Driving Without Insurance and Driving Without a Valid and Unexpired Licence.
– Driving Without Insurance: $1,000.00 forthwith or 2 months imprisonment
– Driving Without a Valid Licence: $500.00 in one (1) month or 14 days imprisonment.
Offence committed on 14 November 2025.
The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force reminds all motorists to obey traffic laws, ensure valid documentation, and drive responsibly.