Patel & another v Oluoch & 6 others (Civil Suit 364 of 2013) [2024] KEELC 13627 (KLR) (3 December 2024) (Judgment)
- Court
- Environment & Land Court
- Case number
- 13627
- Citation
- [2024] KEELC 13627 (KLR)
- Decided
- 3 December 2024
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TypeLand Registration DisputePostureAppeal from a previous judgmentCoramD. Majanja, Ms. SO OKONG'O
Holding
The Plaintiffs are the lawful owners of the suit property.
Facts
The Plaintiffs claim to be the lawful owners of the suit property, which was registered in the name of the 1st Defendant. The 1st Defendant was convicted of fraud in obtaining the registration and the money from the Plaintiffs.
Issues
- Whether the Plaintiffs are the lawful owners of the suit property.
- Whether the 4th and 5th Defendants had power to cancel the Plaintiffs' title to the suit property.
- Whether the Plaintiffs are entitled to the reliefs sought in the amended plaint.
- Who is liable for the costs of the suit.
Reasoning
The court found the 1st Defendant's title to be fraudulent and null and void. The Plaintiffs' claim is upheld.
Outcome
Affirmed
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Land Registration Act, 2012
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