Joseph Irungu Gichiri v Christopher Musyoki Kimathi [2011] KECA 297 (KLR)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 297
- Citation
- [2011] KECA 297 (KLR)
- Decided
- 1 April 2011
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TypeCivil AppealPostureApplication for injunction pending the hearing and determination of the intended appealCoramP. N. WAKI
Holding
The motion for urgency is denied, and the conflicting rights over the vehicle will be determined on the merits of the appeal before the superior court.
Facts
In 2009, the respondent sold his Mercedes Benz prime mover to the applicant, who made part payment and took possession. The vehicle was later repossessed by the respondent, who sought interim orders and an order for return of the vehicle. The applicant filed an appeal, and the superior court granted interim orders.
Issues
- urgency of the motion
- conflicting rights over the vehicle
Reasoning
The court found no urgency in the matter and declined to certify the motion as urgent, stating that the conflicting rights will be determined on the merits of the appeal.
Outcome
The motion for urgency is denied.
Orders
- The respondent shall deposit Kshs.100,000/= in court as security for costs.
- The vehicle lies in safe custody on the orders of the court.
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