Julius Muthoka Ndolo & 4 others v Danson Mutuku Muema [2000] KECA 406 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 406
- Citation
- [2000] KECA 406 (KLR)
- Decided
- 22 December 2000
AI Summary
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TypeAppealPostureRespondent appealed the High Court's decision to extend the time for filing an appeal.CoramE. O. O'KUBASU
Holding
The application for extension of time is dismissed with costs to the respondent.
Facts
The applicants sought an extension of time to file and serve their Notice of Appeal and Record of Appeal, but the High Court denied the request.
Issues
- Whether to grant an extension of time for filing an appeal
- Reasons for the delay in filing the appeal
Reasoning
The court found a long delay of 260 days, which was unreasonable, and the applicants' explanation of relying on their counsel's advice was insufficient.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Orders
- Application for extension of time dismissed
Remedies
- Costs to the respondent
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