C. N. J V N. H. M [2012] KEHC 1048 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 1048
- Citation
- [2012] KEHC 1048 (KLR)
- Decided
- 9 November 2012
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TypeDivorcePosturePetitioner sued for divorce on grounds of cruelty and adultery.CoramEDWARD M. MURIITHI
Holding
The court finds the charge of cruelty proved against the respondent and grants the decree nisi for divorce on the ground of cruelty.
Facts
The petitioner alleged her husband was a drunkard, could not provide for them, and beat her. She also claimed he slept with women in the house. The respondent left the matrimonial home on 29th April 2009.
Issues
- Cruelty
- Adultery
Reasoning
The court found the petitioner's testimony credible and found the respondent's behavior, including beatings and threats, to be cruel. The respondent's leaving the matrimonial home was also considered.
Outcome
Decree nisi for divorce on the ground of cruelty granted.
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Matrimonial Causes Act
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