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Minister of Justice Delroy Chuck has shared a statement on the passing of late Chief Justice Lensley Wolfe. The statement may be seen below:

It is with great sadness that I learnt of the passing of retired Chief Justice Lensley Wolfe. 

Chief Justice Wolfe was a highly respected jurist who dedicated his life to the pursuit of justice and the rule of law. He served as Chief Justice of Jamaica from 1996  to 2007, during which time he presided over some of the most important and complex cases in the country’s history.

Throughout his long and distinguished career, Chief Justice Wolfe was known for his unwavering commitment to fairness, impartiality, and the rights of all Jamaicans. He was a champion of justice who worked tirelessly to ensure that everyone, regardless of their background, had access to a fair and just legal system.

“Chief Justice Wolfe was also a mentor and role model to many young lawyers and judges, who looked up to him for his wisdom, guidance, and integrity.”

Delroy Chuck, minister of justice

Chief Justice Wolfe was also a mentor and role model to many young lawyers and judges, who looked up to him for his wisdom, guidance, and integrity. 

His passing is a great loss not only to his family and friends but to the legal profession and the country as a whole.

Delroy Chuck, minister of Justice shares tribute to the late retired Chief Justice Hon. Lensley Wolfe.

We offer our deepest condolences to Chief Justice Wolfe’s family and loved ones during this difficult time. 

May his legacy of justice, fairness, and service to the Jamaican people live on and inspire future generations of lawyers and judges.

READ: Jamaica owes a ‘debt of gratitude to Chief Justice Wolfe’ for years of service to our country

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