Lee vows to challenge court ruling

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November 10, 2026

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HOUSING Minister David Lee has signalled his intention to appeal last Wednesday’s High Court ruling that effectively cleared the way for him to face trial on allegations that he conspired to defraud the State of about $1.4 million in taxes.

Lee issued a statement yesterday, maintaining that the ruling by Justice Westmin James did not amount to a finding of criminal guilt.

Full coverageHigh Court Clears Way for Prosecution of Housing Minister David Lee11 reports

He said his attorneys have since advised him that there were substantial grounds for an appeal, with good prospects of success.

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