KBH v HMI (Civil Appeal E109 of 2022) [2024] KECA 172 (KLR) (23 February 2024) (Judgment)
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- 172
- Citation
- [2024] KECA 172 (KLR)
- Decided
- 23 February 2024
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TypeCivil AppealPostureAppeal from a High Court judgmentCoramGV ODUNGA, JUDGE OF APPEAL, Kiage, Onyiego
Holding
The appeal is dismissed, and the High Court's judgment is upheld.
Facts
The appellant and respondent were in a relationship that resulted in a child named JRH. The respondent claimed the appellant was likely to leave the country, leading to a suit for actual custody and maintenance.
Issues
- Actual custody of the minor
- Maintenance of the minor
- Access to the minor
Reasoning
The court found that the respondent's claim of the appellant's intention to leave the country was unfounded and that the High Court's decision on custody and maintenance was appropriate.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Orders
- Access to the minor is granted for one year with conditions
- The appellant's passport is released
- Each party bears their own costs
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