The CCJ Affirms First Registration Wipes Out Prescription to Land in Saint Lucia

On Tuesday, 26 November 2024, the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) gave its reasons for dismissing the appeal brought by an occupier against the judgment of the Court of Appeal of Saint Lucia, upholding the grant of vacant possession to the registered title holder of a parcel of land. The appellant had petitioned for a declaration of title by prescription* against the title holder. The CCJ had previously dismissed the appeal with reasons to follow.   

Access the full media release here: Media release 37_2024

Access the judgment here: [2024] CCJ 21 (AJ) LC

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