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Historical Background of the Judiciary in Kenya |
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The history of Kenya’s Judiciary can be traced to the East African Order in Council of 1897 and the Crown regulations made there under which marked the beginning of a legal system in Kenya. I t was based on a tripartite division of subordinate courts; that is, Native courts, Muslim courts and those staffed by Administrative officers and Magistrates. |
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A. JURISDICTION. Original Jurisdiction. The High Court is created by Section 60 of the Constitution of Kenya. - It has unlimited original jurisdiction in civil and criminal matters.
- It is the highest court of original jurisdiction in Kenya.
Appellate Jurisdiction The High Court is also endowed with appellate jurisdiction. - Appeals from various administrative bodies and subordinate courts are heard and determined by the High Court.
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