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Division and case type: High Court CivilJudicial Review
…They are appropriate dictates for the maintenance of the rule of law. Under Article 10 of our Constitution, one of our National Values and Principles of Governance is the rule of law and accountability.…
…The essence of the rule of law is that all parties and institutions are subject to the law. No one is above the law. Obedience of Court orders is part of the rule of law.…
Division and case type: High Court Judicial ReviewJudicial Review Miscellaneous
…the Rule of Law and order that the authority and the dignity of our Courts are upheld at all times.…
…of law.…
Division and case type: High Court Judicial ReviewJudicial Review
…He argues that it is fair, just and in the interest of justice and Rule of law that this application is allowed. Respondents Case; 10.…
…The Constitution states that the rule of law and supremacy of the Constitution are foundational values of our society.…
Division and case type: High Court DivFamily P&A Intestate
…the rule of law and order that the authority and the dignity of our courts are upheld at all times.…
…Under clause (2) (a) of the same Article the national values and principles of governance include the Rule of Law. 36.…
Division and case type: High Court CivilCivil Suit
…of law. 14.…
…The rule of law is directly dependent on the ability of the courts to enforce their process and maintain their dignity and respect” 30.…
Division and case type: High Court Judicial ReviewJudicial Review
…The failure to honour court summons is an unacceptable breach of the rule of law. This court is under a duty to protect, preserve and promote the rule of law.…
Division and case type: High Court Judicial ReviewJudicial Review
…of law and the administration of justice…” 38.…
…the rule of law on which the judicial system rests.…
Division and case type: High Court CivilCivil Suit
…the rule of law on which the judicial system rests.…
…The rule of law is the foundation of a democratic society. Judiciary is the guardian of the rule of law. Hence, it is not only the third pillar but also the central pillar of the democratic State.…
Division and case type: High Court Constitution and Human RightsConstitution and Human Rights Petition (Civil)
…Sanctions for contempt prevent threats to the rule of law and administration of justice.…
…rule of law on which the judicial system rests.…
Division and case type: High Court Commercial and TaxCommercial Matters
…The purpose of contempt jurisdiction is to safeguard the authority of the court and uphold the rule of law.…
…It is about preserving and safeguard the rule of law” 12.…
Division and case type: High Court Constitution and Human RightsConstitution and Human Rights Petition (Civil)
…He reiterates his commitment to the constitutional principles of the rule of law and the independence of the judiciary. 4.…
…The Court was urged to discount the argument that the 2nd Respondent acted in the public interest, as the highest public interest lies in safeguarding respect for the rule of law.…
Division and case type: High Court Judicial ReviewJudicial Review
…of law on which the judicial system rests.…
…The rule of law is the foundation of a democratic society. Judiciary is the guardian of the rule of law. Hence, it is not only the third pillar but also the central pillar of the democratic State.…
Division and case type: High Court Judicial ReviewJudicial Review
…Additionally, disobedience of a court order fundamentally undermines the rule of law, on which the administration of justice is founded.…
…It is about preserving and safeguarding the rule of law.”…
Division and case type: High Court CivilCivil Appeal
…The Constitution states that the rule of law and supremacy of the Constitution are foundational values of our society.…
…Based on this understanding of the law, a mechanical application of Order 25 Rule 1 of the Civil Procedure Rules would result in the annihilation of public interest in upholding and protection of the rule of law at the altar…
Division and case type: High Court Judicial ReviewJudicial Review
…It is essential for the maintenance of the Rule of Law and order that the authority and the dignity of courts is upheld at all times.…
…of law. 38.…
Division and case type: High Court Judicial ReviewJudicial Review
…Additionally, disobedience of a court order fundamentally undermines the rule of law, on which the administration of justice is founded. 21.…
…The so-called progress report belatedly filed is in my view a sham and a mockery of justice and the rule of law.…
Division and case type: High Court CivilCivil Appeal
…Compliance with court orders is central to the rule of law, which is one of the national values and principles of governance under Article 10 of the Constitution, which stipulates: (1) The national values and principles of…
…of law, democracy and participation of the people; (b) human dignity, equity, social justice, inclusiveness, equality, human rights, non-discrimination and protection of the marginalised; (c) good governance, integrity,…
Division and case type: CHR and JRJudicial Review
…The Respondents filed a Replying Affidavit, sworn by Mr Jimmy Waliaula on 3rd December 2024, which states that the Respondents believe in the rule of law and wouldn’t disobey court orders. 9.…
…The law of contempt seeks to safeguard the integrity of the court and to uphold the principles of the rule of law. 21.…
Division and case type: High Court FamilyFamily Originating Summons
…In Econet Wireless Kenya Ltd v Minister for Information & Communication of Kenya & Another [2005] KLR 828, the obligation to obey court orders was well explicated thus:- “It is essential for the maintenance of the rule of…
…The rule of law is the foundation of a democratic society. Judiciary is the guardian of the rule of law. Hence, it is not only the third pillar but also the central pillar of the democratic State.…
Division and case type: High Court DivJudicial Review
…the rule of law are not mere platitudes but present realities. n) The said Alphonse Wera, County Chief Officer responsible for Finance, Solomon Obiero, County Executive Committee Member in charge of Finance, County Government…
…Bernard Muok, County Secretary, County Government of Homa Bay and County Government of Homabay, the respondents have exhibited a brazen disregard for the rule of law, and have shown contempt for the orders of the High Court…