Former Minister Johnston Fernando Legal Case
Former Minister Johnston Fernando has pleaded guilty to charges related to possessing a luxury vehicle and tax evasion in Colombo Fort Magistrate's Court. The court is scheduled to deliver its verdict on November 11, 2026.
Nothing says "I take full responsibility" like waiting until the court date to suddenly remember you own a luxury car—turns out import taxes are just a suggestion, like reading terms and conditions before clicking agree.
Former Minister Johnston Fernando, through his lawyers, informs Colombo Fort Magistrate's Court that he is guilty of possessing a luxury vehicle on which he has failed to pay the relevant import taxes. Court to deliver its decision on the matter on 11 November #Lka
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