FREDRICK NYAMWEYA NYANGWESO v DESH MORAA NYAMWEYA & ANOTHER [2002] KEHC 15 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 15
- Citation
- [2002] KEHC 15 (KLR)
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TypeCivil AppealPostureAppeal from a ruling of the learned Senior Resident MagistrateCoramP.K.K.A BIRECH, COMMISSIONER OF ASSIZE
Holding
The application succeeds and the same is allowed as prayed with costs.
Facts
The appellant filed a suit against the respondents for certain reliefs. The suit was withdrawn, and a Bill of costs was filed and later taxed. The appellant then filed an application for a stay of execution and proceedings.
Issues
- Interpretation of Order 24 of the Civil Procedure Rules regarding costs on a withdrawn suit
- Whether the appellant should be granted a stay of execution and proceedings
Reasoning
The court held that the appellant has shown sufficient reasons for a stay of execution and proceedings due to the substantial and irreparable loss he would suffer if the costs were paid or if he were sent to jail.
Outcome
Appeal allowed
Orders
- Stay of execution and proceedings
- Order for security for the due performance of the decree
Remedies
- Stay of execution and proceedings
- Security for the due performance of the decree
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Civil Procedure Rules
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