Francis Kakai Kissinger v Judicial Service Commission [2016] KEELRC 1209 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 1209
- Citation
- [2016] KEELRC 1209 (KLR)
Summary at a glance
TypeDisciplinary ActionPosturePetition for Injunction and CompensationCoramCR, DCR
The court found that the JSC complied with the provisions of the Judicial Service Act, 2011, and the petitioner was lawfully suspended and given an opportunity to defend himself. The court dismissed the petition.
Facts
The petitioner, Francis Kakai Kissinger, was dismissed from his position as Deputy Chief Registrar by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) on December 17, 2014. He filed a petition seeking various orders, including reinstatement and compensation.
Issues
- Whether the petitioner was dismissed for a valid reason
- Whether the dismissal was conducted in accordance with fair procedure
- Whether the petitioner is entitled to the remedies sought
Reasoning
The court concluded that the JSC followed the proper procedures and that the petitioner was not denied a fair hearing. The court also found that the petitioner was guilty of gross misconduct.
Outcome
The petition was dismissed.
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