Rickie Burnett sworn in as High Court Judge

Former Senior Magistrate, Rickie Burnett has been appointed High Court Judge to the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court (ECSC) effective Monday, April 3, 2023.

On Wednesday April 5, Judge Burnett was sworn in during a ceremony held at Government House. He will be assigned to St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG).

Governor General, Dame Susan Dougan in her congratulatory remarks, described Burnett’s swearing in as a “proud moment”.

The Governor General also acknowledged Burnett’s demonstration of hard work as a public servant spanning almost 40 years.

Justice Burnett, in his remarks spoke of his humble beginnings, adding that he did not allow his circumstances to deter him from achieving his goals.

Burnett also paid tribute to those persons who have assisted him since childhood and paved the way for his current career appointment as a High Court Judge to the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court.(API)