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Walter Shiundu Murunga v Independent Electoral & Boundaries Commission & 2 others [2017] KEMC 53 (KLR)

[2017] KEMC 53 (KLR) Magistrate's Courts
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Court
Magistrate's Courts
Case number
53
Citation
[2017] KEMC 53 (KLR)
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TypeElection PetitionPostureAppeal from original trial outcomeCoramE. W. MULEKA SRM
Holding

The court found that the elections were conducted in accordance with the principles laid down in the Constitution and all the written laws and regulations pertaining to Elections.

Facts

The Petitioner alleged that the elections for Member of County Assembly for Sango Ward were not conducted in compliance with the Elections Act and Regulations, and that the results were manipulated.

Issues

  1. Elections Act compliance
  2. Manipulation of votes
  3. Violation of electoral laws

Reasoning

The court dismissed the petition as the Petitioner failed to provide credible evidence to support his allegations.

Outcome

Petition dismissed with costs

Authorities cited

Legislation (3)
  • Elections Act - 2012
  • Elections (General) Regulations - 2012
  • Constitution of Kenya - 2010
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