W A N v J D O [2015] KEHC 3240 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 3240
- Citation
- [2015] KEHC 3240 (KLR)
AI Summary
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TypeDivorcePosturePetitioner's undefended caseCoramL. A. ACHODE
Holding
The marriage is dissolved and a Decree nisi is issued to be made absolute 30 days from the date of this judgment.
Facts
The petitioner and respondent were married in 1990 and lived together until 2001 when the petitioner and children were forced out of the matrimonial home. The petitioner alleged cruelty and unfaithfulness from the respondent.
Issues
- Whether the marriage has irretrievably broken down
- Whether the petitioner can be granted a divorce
Reasoning
The court found that the marriage has irretrievably broken down and there has been no meaningful attempt at reconciliation.
Outcome
Divorce granted
Orders
- Marriage dissolved
- Decree nisi issued to be made absolute 30 days from the date of this judgment
- No orders as to costs
Remedies
- Divorce
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Marriage Act (Cap 150 Laws of Kenya)
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