County Government Of Meru v Ethics And Anti-Corruption Commission [2014] KEHC 5287 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 5287
- Citation
- [2014] KEHC 5287 (KLR)
- Decided
- 20 May 2014
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TypePetitionPosturePetitioner seeks to refer the case to the Chief Justice for a three-judge bench to hear and determine the petition.CoramD.S. MAJAN, Hon.
Holding
The court referred the case to the Chief Justice for a three-judge bench to hear and determine the petition.
Facts
County Government of Meru alleges that the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) entered its premises between March 20 and April 15, 2014, without notice and carted away documents. The petitioner seeks an order for the release of the documents.
Issues
- Whether the EACC's actions violate the petitioner's right to privacy and constitutional protection.
- Whether the EACC can act against a county government in relation to its investigative powers.
- Whether the EACC's actions are in violation of the Constitution and the statute that creates it.
Reasoning
The court found that the petition raises novel and justiciable constitutional questions and substantial questions of law.
Outcome
The case was referred to the Chief Justice for a three-judge bench to hear and determine the petition.
Orders
- The court referred the case to the Chief Justice for a three-judge bench to hear and determine the petition.
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Constitution of Kenya
- Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, 2003
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