Z C B vs J B N B [2002] KEHC 296 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 296
- Citation
- [2002] KEHC 296 (KLR)
AI Summary
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TypeDivorcePosturePetitioner filed a petition for orders, respondent filed a cross-petition for divorce.CoramD.K.S AGANYANYA
Holding
The marriage is dissolved, and a decree nisi issues to become absolute six months hence. The respondent has custody of the children, but the petitioner has free visitation rights.
Facts
The petitioner left the matrimonial home on 29th July 1994 due to domestic quarrels. The petitioner filed a petition for orders, and the cross-petition was filed in response to the withdrawn petition.
Issues
- Cruelty
- Irretrievable breakdown of marriage
- Custody of children
Reasoning
The court found the marriage irretrievably broken down due to divergent attitudes and the petitioner's long absence. The respondent's harsh treatment of the children was unreasonable.
Outcome
Decree nisi issued to become absolute six months hence.
Orders
- Marriage dissolved
- Custody of children with respondent
- Free visitation rights for the petitioner
Remedies
- Half costs of the cause for the respondent
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