DR man overstayed in VI to escape abusive wife- Court hears
Rodriguez was caught “swerving dangerously” on Waterfront Drive on Tortola by police on Monday, October 7, 2019, and raked up several traffic violations, including for driving an unlicensed vehicle, driving an uninsured car, driving without a valid driver’s license and driving recklessly.
Following investigations, police found out the defendant was residing illegally since March 2, 2019.
Traffic violations dismissed
Magistrate Samuel Jack Husbands fined Rodriguez $500 for overstaying after Rodriguez entered a guilty plea at his first opportunity before the court on Thursday, October 10, 2019. If Rodriquez does not pay the fine today, October 11, 2019, he will spend seven days at Her Majesty’s Prison (HMP) in Balsam Ghut.
Seemingly touched by the man’s admittance to the court, Magistrate Husbands convicted, reprimanded and discharged Rodriquez for driving an unlicensed vehicle and driving without a driver’s license.
For the traffic violations of driving recklessly and driving without insurance, although pleading not guilty to the offences, the matters against Rodriguez were dismissed.
The unrepresented Rodriguez will remain in custody until the fines are paid.
16 Responses to “DR man overstayed in VI to escape abusive wife- Court hears”
I see why she is abusive
You out of control
You telling me you got to bring people for simple little jobs in supermarket and other we need to stop this foolishness. I dont want to hear about locals dont want jobs. All are not the same labor need to step up and place all job openings on the media find a way to educate the public.
Yes businesses have to publish ads in news paper but you need to go a bit further. What I find is that not enough ground personnel to inspect these businesses who applying for work permits. Time for a change need personnel for nights also cause it's in the dark when a lot of hidden secrets are revealed.