T M M v S K M [2017] KEHC 540 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 540
- Citation
- [2017] KEHC 540 (KLR)
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TypeDivorcePosturePetition for divorce and custody of childrenCoramL. N. MUTENDE
Holding
The marriage is dissolved, and the respondent and children will continue to occupy the matrimonial house. The respondent will have custody of the youngest child until he attains the age of majority. The petitioner will pay costs of the petition.
Facts
The petitioner, T M M, sought the dissolution of his marriage to the respondent, S K M, alleging cruelty, neglect, and adultery. The respondent denied these allegations and claimed she was faithful to the marriage.
Issues
- Dissolution of marriage
- Custody of children
- Maintenance for the respondent and children
Reasoning
The court found that the marriage had irretrievably broken down due to the respondent's allegations of cruelty and the petitioner's failure to support the family.
Outcome
Dissolution of marriage
Orders
- Decree nisi issued
- Decree absolute to issue in 60 days
- Respondent and children to continue occupying the matrimonial house
- Respondent to have custody of E M M until she attains the age of majority
Remedies
- Maintenance for the respondent and children
Authorities cited
Cases cited (2)
- NMM vs. JC Divorce Cause No. 1 of 2013
- Adetoon Oladeji (NIG) LTD vs. Nigeria Breweries PLC SC 91/2002
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