Sospeter Kithumbi Murangiri (suing on his own behalf and on behalf of Ikandu Clan) v Albert Njeru & 8 others [2019] KEELC 4954 (KLR)
- Court
- Environment & Land Court
- Case number
- 4954
- Citation
- [2019] KEELC 4954 (KLR)
Summary at a glance
TypeContempt of CourtPostureApplication for contempt of courtCoramY.M. ANGIMA
The Defendants are convicted of contempt of court and ordered to attend court for mitigation and sentencing.
Facts
The Plaintiff sought orders against the Defendants for disobeying court orders, alleging that the Defendants violently attacked the Plaintiff's agents on the suit properties on January 12, 2018.
Issues
- Whether the Defendants were served with or had knowledge of the court order of November 29, 2017
- Whether the Defendants disobeyed the court order
Reasoning
The court held that the Defendants disobeyed the court order and that the Plaintiff proved the contempt to the required standard.
Outcome
The Defendants are convicted of contempt of court and ordered to attend court for mitigation and sentencing.
Orders
- The Defendants shall attend court personally on a date to be fixed by the court upon delivery of the ruling for mitigation and sentencing.
Remedies
- The Plaintiff is awarded costs of the application.
Authorities cited
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