The Crown is pursuing confiscation orders against former Premier Michael Misick, former Cabinet minister McAllister “Piper” Hanchell, and attorney Thomas Chalmers “Chal” Misick that could exceed a combined $129 million. Proceedings for the three men, convicted in the Turks and Caicos Islands earlier this year, are scheduled for October 26, 2026.
The amounts include approximately $40 million from Michael Misick, $6 million from Hanchell, and over $83 million from Thomas Chalmers Misick. Under the Proceeds of Crime Ordinance 1998, the court will set final amounts and may impose up to ten additional years in prison for non-payment. This time would be served after completing their current sentences. Serving time does not cancel the debt, which continues to accrue interest, and the Crown may seek to increase orders within six years of conviction if additional criminal gains are identified.
While the hearing is set for later this month, a replacement judge has not been appointed following the exit of Mr. Justice Rajendra Narine. This vacancy, alongside the lack of a confirmed date for the men's substantive appeals, creates uncertainty. Defendants may apply to reduce the order through a certificate of inadequacy if assets are insufficient, a process requiring formal court approval.