M.N.M v R.M.M [2010] KEHC 1909 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 1909
- Citation
- [2010] KEHC 1909 (KLR)
- Decided
- 28 June 2010
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TypeDivorcePosturePetitioner sought dissolution of marriage, custody of children, and costs.CoramN.R.O. OMBIJA
Holding
The court finds the petitioner has proved adultery, cruelty, and desertion, and dissolves the marriage.
Facts
The petitioner and respondent were married in 1991 and had three children. The respondent left the marriage in 1999 and married a house-help, N, who became his 'second wife'. The petitioner claims adultery, cruelty, and desertion.
Issues
- adultery
- cruelty
- desertion
Reasoning
The court analyzed the pleadings and evidence, finding the petitioner proved adultery, cruelty, and desertion.
Outcome
Dissolution of marriage, custody of children, and costs awarded to the petitioner.
Orders
- Dissolution of marriage
- Custody of three children
- Costs of the petition
- Interest at court rates
Remedies
- Dissolution of marriage
- Custody of children
- Costs awarded to petitioner
- Interest awarded to petitioner
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Matrimonial Causes Act
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