Joseph Amisi Omukanda v Independent Elecoral and Boundaries Commission & 2 others [2018] KEHC 181 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 181
- Citation
- [2018] KEHC 181 (KLR)
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TypeElection PetitionPosturePetitioner challenges the election of the 3rd respondent as the duly elected Member of National Assembly for Navakholo ConstituencyCoramKLR Muchelule, KLR Omondi, Majanja, Maraga
Holding
The court finds no evidence of pre-marked ballots and dismisses the petition
Facts
The petitioner contests the election of the 3rd respondent, alleging irregularities including pre-marked ballots and voter bribery.
Issues
- Whether there were irregularities and illegalities on the conduct of the election
- Whether these irregularities affected the results of the election
Reasoning
The court does not find evidence of pre-marked ballots and concludes that the number of rejected votes is not significant enough to invalidate the election.
Outcome
Petition dismissed
Orders
- Certificate of determination issued to the Speaker of the National Assembly
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Elections Act No.4 of 2011
- Election Offences Act No.37 of 2016
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