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ERIC KIMANI MUIRURI v BOARD OF GOVERNORS, UPPER HILL SCHOOL & another [2007] KEHC 3338 (KLR)

[2007] KEHC 3338 (KLR) High Court of Kenya
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Court
High Court of Kenya
Case number
3338
Citation
[2007] KEHC 3338 (KLR)
Decided
18 September 2007
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TypeJudicial ReviewPostureApplication for leave to apply for judicial reviewCoramALNASHIR VISRAM
Holding

The decision to expel the applicant is quashed, and he is ordered to be re-admitted to the school unconditionally.

Facts

Eric Kimani, a form four student at Upper Hill School, was accused of trafficking bhang and other serious charges by another student. He was expelled without prior notice or opportunity to defend himself.

Issues

  1. Due process violation
  2. Violation of natural justice
  3. Irregular expulsion decision

Reasoning

The expulsion decision was irregularly made and violated the principles of natural justice. The court held that the school did not follow due process and acted contrary to the Education Act.

Outcome

For the applicant

Orders

  • Order of certiorari to quash the decision of the 1st Respondent
  • Order of mandamus to compel re-admission to school

Remedies

  • Re-admission to school unconditionally and with immediate effect

Authorities cited

Legislation (1)
  • Education Act Cap 211 Laws of Kenya
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