Shukra Hussein Gure v Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission & 2 others [2017] KEHC 1609 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 1609
- Citation
- [2017] KEHC 1609 (KLR)
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TypeElection PetitionPosturePetitioner's Interlocutory ApplicationsCoramB. THURANIRAJADEN
Holding
The court directed the IEBC to make arrangements for additional seals and padlocks for the election materials and to deal with electronic evidence in accordance with the Evidence Act and Electronic Evidence Regulations.
Facts
The Petitioner, Shukra Hussein Gure, filed three interlocutory applications against the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and the Country Returning Officer, seeking orders to dismiss the petition under Section 78 of the Elections Act.
Issues
- Petition dismissal under Section 78 of the Elections Act
- Placement of additional seals and padlocks for election materials
- Electronic evidence handling
Reasoning
The court acknowledged the Petitioner's concerns about the security of the election materials and the need for additional security measures.
Outcome
The court granted the directions and set a hearing date for December 13, 2017.
Orders
- IEBC to file an affidavit explaining the placement of additional seals and padlocks
- IEBC to deal with electronic evidence in accordance with the Evidence Act and Electronic Evidence Regulations
- Petitioner to call 7 witnesses and take 5 days
- 1st and 2nd Respondents to call 5 witnesses and take 4 days
- 3rd Respondent to call 2 witnesses and take 3 days
- Witnesses to be given one day's notice
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Evidence Act Cap 80 of Laws of Kenya
- Electronic Evidence Regulations
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