Silvanus Juma v Fred Musirimba & 2 others [2018] KEMC 41 (KLR)
- Court
- Magistrate's Courts
- Case number
- 41
- Citation
- [2018] KEMC 41 (KLR)
- Decided
- 20 February 2018
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TypeElection PetitionPosturePetitioner vs. RespondentsCoramGeorges, Hayanga, Majanja, Munyindo DC, ODOKI, Stephenson L.
Holding
The court dismissed the petition and ordered that the costs be paid by IEBC and the 1st and 2nd respondents.
Facts
The petitioner Silvanus Juma contested the election for Member of the County Assembly for Bunyala North Ward in Busia County, Busia County, held on August 8, 2017. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) conducted the election, and the petitioner was dissatisfied with the results.
Issues
- Whether the election was conducted in accordance with the Constitution, election laws, and regulations.
- Whether the 1st Respondent was validly elected as the MCA North Bunyala Ward.
- What consequential orders should the court issue.
Reasoning
The court found that the petitioner failed to prove substantial non-compliance with the law or substantial breaches that affected the results of the election.
Outcome
Petition dismissed
Orders
- This Petition is dismissed.
- Order that costs be paid by IEBC and the 1st and 2nd respondents.
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Elections Act 2011
- Constitution of Kenya 2010
Cases cited (1)
- Paul Gitenyi Mochorwa vs. Timothy Moseti E. Bosire & 2 Others (2013) eklr
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