U S I v R M K [2014] KEHC 6200 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 6200
- Citation
- [2014] KEHC 6200 (KLR)
The marriage is dissolved, and a decree nisi is issued.
Facts
The Petitioner and Respondent were married under Islamic Law on 9th August 2008. The marriage has not produced any children. The Petitioner alleged that the Respondent was a drug addict, deserted the matrimonial home, and neglected his familial responsibilities. The Respondent denied these allegations and claimed the Petitioner and her uncle kicked him out of the home.
Issues
- Irretrievable breakdown of the marriage
- Cruelty allegations
Reasoning
The court found that the marriage had irretrievably broken down due to the Petitioner's allegations of cruelty and the Respondent's denial of desertion. The court considered the evidence and concluded that the Petitioner and Respondent are no longer living together.
Outcome
Petitioner's Petition for Divorce granted
Orders
- Decree nisi dissolving the marriage issued
- Decree nisi to be made absolute 30 days from the date of this judgment
- No orders as to costs
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