K A S v M M K [2016] KEHC 2739 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 2739
- Citation
- [2016] KEHC 2739 (KLR)
- Decided
- 13 October 2016
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TypeDivorcePosturePetition for divorce and cross-petition for dissolution of marriageCoramS.J. CHITEMBWE
Holding
The marriage is dissolved, and a decree nisi will issue followed by a decree absolute after two months. The parties shall bear their own costs.
Facts
The parties were married in 2010 and lived together for about five years. The petitioner filed for divorce on grounds of cruelty and adultery, while the respondent sought a dissolution of the marriage and various property claims.
Issues
- Dissolution of marriage
- Matrimonial property disputes
- Maintenance and support
Reasoning
The court found that the marriage has irretrievably broken down and that the petitioner was not an accessory to or condoned the acts of cruelty and adultery. The court also ruled on the property claims and maintenance.
Outcome
Dissolution of marriage
Orders
- Decree nisi issued
- Decree absolute to be made absolute after two months
Remedies
- None granted for maintenance
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Marriage Act
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