D G H V C A H [2012] KEHC 5846 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 5846
- Citation
- [2012] KEHC 5846 (KLR)
- Decided
- 25 September 2012
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TypeDivorcePosturePetitioner's PetitionCoramE. K. O. OGOLA
Holding
The marriage is dissolved, and custody of the children is given to the Petitioner with access for the Respondent.
Facts
The Petitioner and Respondent were married on April 22, 1993, and have two minor children. The Petitioner alleged acts of cruelty by the Respondent, including excessive alcohol consumption, causing traffic accidents, and wastage of family resources.
Issues
- Dissolution of marriage
- Custody of children
Reasoning
The court found the marriage irretrievably broken down due to the Respondent's acts of cruelty and lack of care for the family.
Outcome
Petition allowed
Orders
- Marriage dissolved
- Custody of children granted to Petitioner
- Costs and interest awarded to Petitioner
Remedies
- Dissolution of marriage
- Custody of children
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Marriage Act Cap 150
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