Masoko v Republic [2023] KEHC 21901 (KLR) | Judicial Recusal | Esheria

Masoko v Republic [2023] KEHC 21901 (KLR)

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Masoko v Republic (Criminal Case E003 of 2023) [2023] KEHC 21901 (KLR) (Crim) (21 August 2023) (Ruling)

Neutral citation: [2023] KEHC 21901 (KLR)

Republic of Kenya

In the High Court at Nairobi (Milimani Law Courts)

Criminal

Criminal Case E003 of 2023

DR Kavedza, J

August 21, 2023

Between

Mary Ikola Masoko

Applicant

and

Republic

Respondent

Ruling

1. I have considered the notice of motion dated August 8, 2023 together with the supporting affidavit of similar date sworn by Dr John Khaminwa in support of the motion seeking recusal of the trial judge from the case and order as follows:i.The matter is certified urgent.ii.The applicant is directed to serve the respondent with the application and this order within seven (7) from the date hereof.iii.Upon service, the respondent is directed to file a response within seven (7) days.iv.The matter shall be mentioned on September 26, 2023 for directions.Orders accordingly.

RULING DATED AND DELIVERED VIRTUALLY IN ABSENCE OF PARTIES THIS 21ST DAY OF AUGUST 2023. D. KAVEDZAJUDGE