Satnarine Sharma

Satnarine Sharma (January 24, 1943 – October 9, 2019) was the Chief Justice of Trinidad and Tobago from 2002 until 2008. He was succeeded by Ivor Archie.

Early life and education Sharma was born in Curepe to shopkeepers Harripersad and Kowsil. He was educated at Curepe Canadian Mission School, Hillview College, and Naparima College. an action which some perceived as racist. An international tribunal ruled that there was insufficient evidence to remove him from office in December 2007. He however resigned as scheduled in January 2008.

Personal life Sharma and his wife Kalawaty had two sons.

Awards and honours Sharma was awarded the Chaconia Medal (Gold) and the Trinity Cross, which was the country's highest national award at the time.