Wine Kitz Atlantic

I intentionally delayed my December blog in anticipation of the results of Ross’s Harrington’s December 9th court date with the Nova Scotia Provincial Government (see November blog for details).

Unfortunately, December 9th was not our tell-all date as I first anticipated and mentioned in my previous blog. Other than sitting in on an hour or so of very entertaining (and often sad) court cases, our case was dealt with (or not) in approximately 10 minutes.

Prior to our court date, all parties agreed on a statement of facts. i.e: Yes, Ross has provided in-store winery services. Yes, Ross has provided storage for customer’s carboys of wine etc, etc.. In this case agreeing to a statement of facts means that no witnesses are required to testify in court.

As a time- and cost-savings measure, Ross’s legal council and the Crown Attorney requested the opportunity to submit a written summary of facts, etc., as opposed to an oral presentation of their case. The judge agreed with this proposal. Each side must now submit their case in writing to the judge for review by the end of February. The next scheduled date is March 5th, where the judge will allow for oral presentations and hopefully render a decision.

Based on the above facts and comments made by legal council, the issues of this case and the judge’s decision will hinge on the interpretation of Nova Scotia Provincial liquor laws. Be sure and check out my March blog for more information.

In the meantime, best wishes to all for a safe and happy Holiday Season.

Blair