C.A.M v W.T.C (Matrimonial Case 14 of 2008) [2010] KEHC 67 (KLR) (10 December 2010) (Ruling)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 67
- Citation
- [2010] KEHC 67 (KLR)
- Decided
- 10 December 2010
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TypeMatrimonial CausePostureEx parte proceedingCoramH. A. Omondi
Holding
The court declares the marriage a nullity and void.
Facts
The plaintiff and defendant were married under the Marriage Act on 4th May 2008. The marriage was not consummated due to the defendant's refusal to cohabit. The plaintiff claims she was tricked into marriage and that the defendant only used the marriage certificate to travel to Italy.
Issues
- Whether the marriage was valid
- Whether the marriage was consummated
Reasoning
The court finds that the marriage was not consummated due to the defendant's willful refusal to cohabit, and that the plaintiff was tricked into marriage.
Outcome
The marriage is declared null and void.
Orders
- Costs of the petition shall be borne by the respondent.
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Matrimonial Causes Act
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