Dickson Karani Yaa v Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission & 2 others [2018] KEMC 29 (KLR)
- Court
- Magistrate's Courts
- Case number
- 29
- Citation
- [2018] KEMC 29 (KLR)
- Decided
- 27 February 2018
AI Summary
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TypeElection PetitionPosturePetitioner seeks recount of votes and declaration of victory
Holding
The court dismisses the petition and denies the recount request
Facts
The Petitioner contests the election results in Dabaso Ward, Kilifi North Constituency, alleging a 99 vote difference with the winner. He claims his agents reported discrepancies between announced votes and Form 36As.
Issues
- Lack of evidence for recount
- Hearsay evidence of vote discrepancies
Reasoning
The court finds the Petitioner's evidence insufficient and hearsay, and the 99 vote difference is significant.
Outcome
Petition dismissed
Orders
- No recount of votes
Authorities cited
Legislation (3)
- Constitution of Kenya 2010
- Elections Act No. 11 of 2011
- Parliamentary and County Elections Petition Rules, 2017
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