Philipsburg, Sint Maarten – The Court of First Instance has granted the Public Prosecutor’s Office permission to bring its case against Member of Parliament Lyndon Lewis to trial, following a hearing held on October 6, 2026.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, Lewis confirmed that the ruling clears the way for proceedings against him to continue. As a sitting Member of Parliament, special authorization was required before the prosecution could advance the case to trial.
Lewis stressed that the court’s decision is limited to granting permission for the case to proceed and does not constitute a finding of guilt. “I face this next stage with confidence and resolve,” he said. “I welcome the opportunity to respond to the allegations through the judicial process and present my defence.”
The MP reaffirmed his commitment to his parliamentary duties and to the people of Sint Maarten. “My commitment to the people of Sint Maarten remains firm. I remain focused on my responsibilities as a Member of Parliament and on the work the people have entrusted me to do,” he stated.
Lewis also expressed gratitude to those supporting him and pledged to handle the proceedings “with dignity, determination, and respect for the rule of law.”
No further details about the nature of the allegations or the timeline for the trial were included in the statement.
