M’ARIMI RUBWA v RUTERE NKANATA [2006] KEHC 1280 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 1280
- Citation
- [2006] KEHC 1280 (KLR)
- Decided
- 27 September 2006
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TypeCivil SuitPosturePreliminary objection on the validity of the suitCoramISAAC LENAOLA
Holding
The suit is properly instituted with a valid consent under the Land Adjudication Act, Cap. 284 and the Land Consolidation Act does not apply in such a case.
Facts
The Plaintiff filed a suit on March 1, 1995, claiming Plot No. 1329 Mweru II Adjudication section and general damages for alleged trespass by the Defendant. The suit was filed after obtaining a written consent from the Adjudication Officer for Meru dated December 1, 1994.
Issues
- Whether the suit is in contravention of the Land Consolidation Act, Cap. 283 and Civil Procedure Act, Cap. 21.
- Whether the consent letter is valid and applicable in the High Court
Reasoning
The suit was filed after obtaining a valid consent from the Adjudication Officer, and the Land Consolidation Act does not apply in this case.
Outcome
The suit is not struck out.
Orders
- The suit is not struck out.
Authorities cited
Legislation (3)
- Land Consolidation Act, Cap. 283
- Civil Procedure Act, Cap. 21
- Land Adjudication Act, Cap. 284
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