C.M. v J.O.M [2015] KEHC 4807 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 4807
- Citation
- [2015] KEHC 4807 (KLR)
- Decided
- 22 May 2015
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TypeDivorcePosturePetitioner's undefended petition for divorceCoramL. 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 on May 14, 2003, and the petitioner filed a petition for divorce on February 12, 2014, alleging desertion by the respondent. The respondent did not file an answer or a cross-petition.
Issues
- Whether the marriage has irretrievably broken down due to desertion
- Whether to dissolve the marriage and issue a decree nisi
Reasoning
The court found that the marriage has irretrievably broken down due to the respondent's desertion and lack of communication with the petitioner.
Outcome
Dissolution of marriage
Orders
- Marriage dissolved
- Decree nisi issued to be made absolute 30 days from the date of this judgment
- No orders as to costs
Remedies
- Dissolution of marriage
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Marriage Act (Cap 150 Laws of Kenya)
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