D. Bennett

The accused, A.M.T., was charged with sexual assault.

The sole issue at trial was initially presented as identity, but the court found that the credibility and reliability of the complainant’s account were also at issue.

The court reviewed the evidence, including inconsistencies in the complainant’s statements, lack of corroborating evidence, and implausibilities in the narrative.

The court concluded that there was reasonable doubt as to the accused’s guilt and acquitted A.M.T.

The applicant sought adjustments to retroactive and ongoing child and spousal support, interim disbursements, security for costs, and a Certificate of Pending Litigation.

The respondent brought a cross-motion seeking dismissal of the applicant's motion, termination of child support due to alleged repudiation, and other relief.

The court varied temporary child and spousal support orders based on updated income information, dismissed claims for interim disbursements and security for costs due to insufficient evidence, and denied the Certificate of Pending Litigation due to procedural deficiencies and its inappropriate use for securing support.

The court also ordered the parties to amend their pleadings to reflect the actual issues being litigated and to facilitate disclosure.