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Francis Mose Kebaso v Harrison Mokaya Kebaso [2021] KEELC 1817 (KLR)

[2021] KEELC 1817 (KLR) Environment & Land Court
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Court
Environment & Land Court
Case number
1817
Citation
[2021] KEELC 1817 (KLR)
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TypeCivil SuitPostureApplication for stay of execution and setting aside ex parte judgmentCoramJ.M ONYANGO
Holding

The application is dismissed with costs to the Respondent

Facts

The Plaintiff initiated a civil suit seeking possession of land, while the Defendant filed a defense and entered appearance through an advocate. The Plaintiff alleges non-service of summons and amended plaint, but the court found these allegations unsubstantiated.

Issues

  1. Whether the Plaintiff is entitled to a stay of execution
  2. Whether the ex parte judgment should be set aside

Reasoning

The court found no merit in the application, noting the Plaintiff's awareness of the suit and his failure to attend court despite being served with documents.

Outcome

Application dismissed

Orders

  • Application dismissed with costs

Authorities cited

Cases cited (2)
  • Mbogo v. Shah (1968) EA 93
  • Ongom -v- Owota
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