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Son Hardware Limited v Development Bank of Kenya Limited & another (Environment & Land Case 10 of 2021) [2024] KEELC 4415 (KLR) (30 May 2024) (Ruling)

[2024] KEELC 4415 (KLR) Environment & Land Court
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Court
Environment & Land Court
Case number
4415
Citation
[2024] KEELC 4415 (KLR)
Decided
30 May 2024
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Summary at a glance

TypeMotion to Recuse JudgePostureMotion to recuse Judge and remand to High CourtCoramMN GICHERU
The motion is dismissed as there is no merit in the allegations of bias and unfairness.

Facts

The plaintiff alleges that the judge has been biased and has conducted the proceedings unfairly, including harsh treatment of the plaintiff's advocate, rushed proceedings, and unfair rulings.

Issues

  • Bias of the presiding judge
  • Unfair and rushed proceedings
  • Violation of procedural requirements

Reasoning

The court finds no reasonable apprehension of bias and the plaintiff has not complied with legal requirements.

Outcome

Motion dismissed

Orders

  • Motion to recuse dismissed
  • Remand to High Court for assignment of a different judge

Authorities cited

Legislation (4)
  • Civil Procedure Act
  • Judicial Service Code and Conduct and Ethics
  • Environment and Land Court Act
  • Constitution of Kenya
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